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TenderCancellation

20 Oct 2025 at 10:20

Tender

21 Aug 2025 at 14:34

Planning

21 Aug 2025 at 11:19

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Provision of Security Services to Designated Accommodation Sites" is managed by Cornwall Council, situated in Truro, UK. Although this particular tender has been cancelled due to identified discrepancies and potential legal challenges, it was initially intended to provide professional security services across Cornwall's supported accommodation schemes. The procurement process had reached the award stage by 17th October 2025, where a decision was made to terminate and schedule a re-tender to maintain procedural integrity. The previous tendering approach was under the Light Touch Regime, allowing a flexible procedural framework, with the initial contract set to start in April 2026 for up to six years. Future opportunities will focus on ensuring suitable safeguarding measures are incorporated into accommodation sites for people experiencing homelessness.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for security service providers, especially those capable of delivering trauma-informed care in sensitive environments. Companies that have a solid grounding in security operations, particularly within the context of vulnerable individuals, and those with existing infrastructure in Cornwall, stand to benefit significantly. The procurement employs a two-stage Competitive Flexible Procedure which evaluates bidders on both technical and financial criteria, providing ample opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs to compete. With the potential for an extended contract duration and the complexity of services required, this tender offers a lucrative opportunity for businesses that can ensure quality, operational responsiveness, and collaborative service delivery.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Security Services to Designated Accommodation Sites

Notice Description

Cornwall Council is seeking a qualified and trauma-informed security provider to deliver professional security services across designated supported accommodation schemes for individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of rough sleeping. The successful supplier will provide static and mobile patrols, incident response, and emergency management across multiple sites in Cornwall. Services will be delivered by SIA-licensed personnel with enhanced DBS checks, working in collaboration with housing support teams and site managers to ensure the safety of service users, staff, and the wider community. This procurement is being conducted under the Light Touch Regime in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, allowing procedural flexibility while maintaining transparency and equal treatment. The contract will run for an initial term of three (3) years, with an option to extend for a further three (3) years, offering a maximum potential duration of six (6) years.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The contract includes an option to extend for a further three (3) years beyond the initial three-year term. Scope flexibility via Task Order Forms is integral to the contract and not considered an optional feature.

Renewal: The contract will commence on 1 April 2026 for an initial term of three (3) years. The Authority reserves the right to extend the contract for a further period of up to three (3) additional years, resulting in a maximum potential duration of six (6) years (3+3). Any extension will be subject to performance, funding availability, and the Authority's operational requirements. The extension mechanism is built into the contract terms and may be exercised at the Authority's sole discretion, in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and applicable regulations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058bf4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066596-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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

79713000 - Guard services

79715000 - Patrol services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,092,869 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,092,869 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
22 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Cancelled

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Cornwall Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TRURO
Postcode
TR1 3AY
Postcode Area
Truro
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Truro Boscawen & Redannick
Westminster Constituency
Truro and Falmouth

Further Information

Notice Documents

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