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The provision of Safeguarding Officers

FIRST TRENITALIA WEST COAST RAIL LIMITED

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11 Nov 2024 at 09:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being led by First Trenitalia West Coast Rail Limited, in preparation for the potential transfer of operational responsibilities under the 'Passenger Railway Services (Public Ownership) Bill 2024-25.' This tender relates to the provision of Safeguarding Officers and is categorised under security services. The project aims to support designated safeguarding strategies, requiring 32 Safeguarding Officers and 2 Team Leaders. Working locations include Preston, Carlisle, Crewe, Stockport, Coventry, and Stafford. This selective tender process closes on 13th December 2024. The contract duration is three years with the option of two one-year extensions.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses that specialise in security and safeguarding services. Companies experienced in cooperating with law enforcement and charities to tackle societal issues, such as suicide prevention, rough sleeping, and sexual harassment, are well-suited for this contract. This initiative calls for organisations capable of managing TUPE transfers and complying with specific rail sector provisions. By securing this contract, businesses can broaden their service portfolios and establish a stronger presence in the UK's rail service industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The provision of Safeguarding Officers

Notice Description

As part of the Avanti West Coast (AWC) commitment to the Safeguarding on Rail Scheme we are looking to procure no fewer than 32 Safeguarding Officers (40 hours per week) and 2 Team Leaders to support designated safeguarding strategies.

Lot Information

Lot 1

As part of the Avanti West Coast (AWC) commitment to the Safeguarding on Rail Scheme we are looking to procure no fewer than 32 Safeguarding Officers (40 hours per week) and 2 Team Leaders to support designated safeguarding strategies. This includes working with the British Transport Police (BTP) on schemes to tackle suicide prevention, rough sleeping, unwanted sexual behaviour as well as a host of specific initiatives including county lines. Working alongside BTP in the deployment of safeguarding officers as part of the Integrated Security and Policing (ISP). Safeguarding Officers will work closely with charity partners such as Railway Children and The Samaritans to deliver tailored campaigns to ensure that vulnerable people are identified and provided with appropriate support. Safeguarding Officers will also be required to act as additional security when not responding to safeguarding and vulnerability issues with particular reference into undertaking and understanding the HOT and WHAT protocols and will be required to actively engaging with customers to establish a visible presence that is both professional and approachable. AWC are looking to procure Safeguarding personnel to support our local station teams and onboard teams based from and working out of hubs at the following railway stations. * Preston * Carlisle * Crewe * Stockport * Coventry * Stafford Cover is to be provided as required 7 days a week between 05:00 until 01:30 excluding Xmas day and Boxing Day. The contract will be a First Rail Goods and Services contract with Special Provisions for Rail that will be subject to final Approval by the Department for Transport. The successful tenderer will also be required to enter into a Umbrella Direct Agreement (UDA) with the Department for Transport. TUPE will apply to the contract and the tenderer should ensure their capability to manage TUPE transfers and the associated costs. The term of the contract will be three years with the option for two additional extensions of one year each.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04b553
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036351-2024
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted 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

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Dec 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
FIRST TRENITALIA WEST COAST RAIL LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W2 1AF
Postcode Area
West 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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Hyde Park
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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