This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

12 May 2026 at 12:13

TenderUpdate

30 Jan 2026 at 15:25

Tender

19 Dec 2025 at 16:25

Planning

31 Mar 2025 at 11:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Lone Worker Monitoring and Alarms" project by Newcastle City Council has reached a termination stage. After an internal review, the council decided to cancel the tender process initially aimed at enhancing staff protection and ensuring compliance with health and safety across various service sectors. Despite the planning stage and subsequent tender updates, the procurement status was officially closed on 12 May 2026. Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK, this public authority initially sought suppliers through an open procurement method but opted for termination to realign the project with organisational priorities and value for money.

This tender initially provided significant opportunities for businesses specialising in safety equipment, telecommunications, and health and safety services, especially those catering to SMEs and VCSEs. With the possibility of a contract period extending from 2026 to 2028, including renewal options, there was considerable scope for growth for suppliers in the industry categories of electrical equipment, surveillance systems, and telecommunications services. Although the tender has been terminated, businesses should stay alert for similar opportunities from Newcastle City Council, as future tenders are likely to emerge following the reassessment of project requirements and methodologies.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Lone Worker Monitoring and Alarms

Notice Description

Newcastle City Council is seeking to procure a comprehensive Lone Worker Monitoring and Alarm Solution to support our commitment to staff protection and compliance with health and safety requirements across multiple service areas within the Council. Suppliers can find details and express interest via the Open e-tendering platform: https://www.open-uk.org/ You can find it by searching for project reference: 008979 This tender links to UK2: Preliminary market engagement notice - 2025/S 000-011969

Planning Information

Newcastle City Council requires Lone Worker Monitoring and Alarm solutions as part of our commitment to staff protection and health and safety requirements across multiple service areas within the council. We will be conducting market testing during the first two weeks in April 2025. We will be arranging for presentations from up to 6 suppliers. This is so we can explore the latest products and solutions available. The presentations will be via Microsoft Teams, and they will 60 minutes long including questions. Key details: Format: Microsoft Teams Duration: Up to 1 hour (including Q&A) Suppliers: Up to 6 slots available The opportunity will be advertised through Open: https://www.open-uk.org/ and your key contact is: sophie.hendry@newcastle.gov.uk to register interest.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fa8c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043444-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

31600000 - Electrical equipment and apparatus

35113000 - Safety equipment

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

64200000 - Telecommunications services

71317200 - Health and safety services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
14 Apr 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Apr 2026 - 7 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2027-10-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8QH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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