Tender

Framework Agreement for Pre-Employment Screening and Overseas Checks

BANK OF ENGLAND

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Tender

30 Jul 2024 at 16:20

Summary of the contracting process

The Bank of England is seeking suppliers for the provision of Pre-Employment Screening Services and Overseas Security Vetting Checks through a framework agreement divided into two lots: one for pre-employment screening and another for overseas security vetting. This tender falls under the industry category of "Personnel services except placement and supply services" (CPV code 79630000) and is estimated to be valued at £1,000,000. Situated in the UK, the procurement is currently in the "Tender" stage with key dates including a tender period end date on 3rd September 2024 at 12:00 PM and the award period starting on 4th September 2024. The contract duration is set at two years, with an option for a two-year extension, and it will follow an open procurement procedure.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in pre-employment screening and security vetting services. Ideal contenders would be equipped to manage both the pre-employment and overseas vetting processes efficiently, and they must be able to meet the requirement of submitting written bids and electronic catalogues in English. Securing this framework agreement can position businesses as key suppliers to a major UK institution, offering stable revenue over the contract period and the potential for an extended relationship with the Bank. This tender is particularly attractive to firms that can handle extensive vetting operations and want to expand their portfolio in the financial services sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Pre-Employment Screening and Overseas Checks

Notice Description

The Bank of England is looking for a supplier(s) for the provision of Pre-Employment Screening Services and Overseas Security Vetting Checks. It is the Banks intention to award the services as a framework agreement which is split into 2 Lots: - Lot 1: Pre-Employment Screening Services - Lot 2: Overseas Checks for Security Vetting No information contained in this notice or in any communication made between the Bank and any Supplier in connection with this Tender shall be relied upon as constituting a contract, agreement or representation that any contract shall be offered. The Bank reserves the right to change the basis of, or the procedures for, the Process, to terminate the Process at any time or not to award any contract.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Bank of England is looking for a supplier(s) for the provision of Pre-Employment Screening Services and Overseas Security Vetting Checks. It is the Banks intention to award the services as a framework agreement which is split into 2 Lots: - Lot 1: Pre-Employment Screening Services - Lot 2: Overseas Checks for Security Vetting No information contained in this notice or in any communication made between the Bank and any Supplier in connection with this Tender shall be relied upon as constituting a contract, agreement or representation that any contract shall be offered. The Bank reserves the right to change the basis of, or the procedures for, the Process, to terminate the Process at any time or not to award any contract. Additional information: The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge at https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/

Renewal: This is a two-year contract with an option to extend by two-years.

Lot 2

The Bank of England is looking for a supplier(s) for the provision of Pre-Employment Screening Services and Overseas Security Vetting Checks. It is the Banks intention to award the services as a framework agreement which is split into 2 Lots: - Lot 1: Pre-Employment Screening Services - Lot 2: Overseas Checks for Security Vetting No information contained in this notice or in any communication made between the Bank and any Supplier in connection with this Tender shall be relied upon as constituting a contract, agreement or representation that any contract shall be offered. The Bank reserves the right to change the basis of, or the procedures for, the Process, to terminate the Process at any time or not to award any contract. Additional information: The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge at https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/

Renewal: This is a two-year contract with option to extend by two-years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-048613
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023840-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79630000 - Personnel services except placement and supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BANK OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
Corporate Contracts
Contact Email
corporate.contracts@bankofengland.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2R 8AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Walbrook
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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