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TenderCancellation

13 Jul 2026 at 14:14

Award

13 Jul 2026 at 14:12

Award

23 Jan 2026 at 19:18

Tender

16 Oct 2025 at 18:03

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council is undertaking a significant procurement process for "Security Provisions," specifically targeting security services. This process, divided into multiple lots, covers areas such as Security Stewarding and Guarding for theatres and events, Security Markets & Office Guarding, and Key Holding with Mobile Patrols. Located in Bradford, United Kingdom, the procurement adheres to the open procedure method, ensuring a transparent and competitive environment. Notably, several stages have concluded, including awarding contracts, where firms like Kings Guarding Solutions Limited have been selected on account of their bid effectiveness and compliance. Key dates within this process included a tender period end on 10th November 2025, and contracts subsequently being active from 13th July 2026, with scheduled potential extensions further illustrating the engagement's adaptability.

For businesses within the security services sector, this tender presents a substantial growth opportunity, especially for those able to deliver high-quality services compliant with rigorous standards like the National Security Inspectorate guidelines. Large enterprises, as well as SMEs, can benefit, given the tender's acceptance of varied company scales and the emphasis on quality and social value in awarding criteria. The long-term nature of the contracts, potential for renewals, and the emphasis on performance metrics such as monthly reports and training compliance further underline the business potential inherent in securing such public sector engagements. Consequently, firms with a robust track record, trained personnel, and the readiness to scale operations can find new avenues for growth by participating in such competitive public procurement processes.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Security Provisions

Notice Description

Bradford Council are looking to procure Security Provisions split into 4 lots covering the following commodity areas: Lot 1 Security Stewarding Guarding Theatres Lot 2 Security Stewarding Guarding Services for Indoor/outdoor events Lot 3 Security Markets & Office Guarding and Adhoc cover Lot 4 Security Key Holding, Mobile Patrols & Response Contract term based on 2 + 2 + 1 years subject to performance.

Lot Information

Security Stewarding, Guarding Theatres - Lot

Bradford Theatres requires the provision of a range of stewarding/security services for indoor events at all four of its entertainment venues. The range of services required include: Safety Stewards, SIA Licensed Guards, SIA Licensed Security, Front of Stage Pit Management and Pit Teams, SIA Supervisors and SIA Managers. It is expected the successful Supplier shall work with the Authority to adhere to the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 1 - also known as Martyn's Law which came into effect 04/04/2025. The services delivered under this contract are to be provided by experienced, fully trained staff in the services they are providing, and in accordance with the National Security Inspectorate (NSI) guidelines, BS 7858 (security screening of individuals employed in a security environment, and/or equivalent), BS 7499 Static Guarding. Contract value noted covers the estimated total contract value including extensions. Full Procurement Documentation may be accessed via YORtender - ref: 104215.

Renewal: 4.1 It is anticipated that the contract will be for a total contract period of 5 years including extensions, this is based on an initial 2-year term with the option to extend the contract twice based on 1 x 2-year extension period and 1 x 1-year extension period for each Lot, subject to performance and negotiation of costs. The initial contact period shall be a firm cost.

Security Stewarding, Guarding Ad-hoc Indoor and Outdoor Events - Lot 2

The City of Bradford Metropolitan Council are seeking a contractor to provide Security Stewarding, Guarding Ad-hoc Indoor and Outdoor Events requirements to cover indoor and outdoor events and polling stations with the requirement fluctuating during the contract term. All security personnel must hold a valid in date Security Industry Authority (SIA) License Guards must be trained in Action Counter Terrorism (ACT) and See Check & Notify (SCaN) methodologies. Contract value noted covers the estimated total contract value including extensions. Full Procurement Documentation may be accessed via YORtender - ref: 104215.

Renewal: It is anticipated that the contract will be for a total contract period of 5 years including extensions, this is based on an initial 2-year term with the option to extend the contract twice based on 1 x 2-year extension period and 1 x 1-year extension period for each Lot, subject to performance and negotiation of costs. The initial contact period shall be a firm cost.

Security Markets and Office Guarding & Ad-hoc Guarding - Lot 3

Renewal: It is anticipated that the contract will be for a total contract period of 5 years including extensions, this is based on an initial 2-year term with the option to extend the contract twice based on 1 x 2-year extension period and 1 x 1-year extension period for each Lot, subject to performance and negotiation of costs. The initial contact period shall be a firm cost.

Security Key Holding, Mobile Patrols and Response Services - Lot 4

The City of Bradford Metropolitan Council are seeking a contractor to provide Security Services Provision covering Keyholding, Alarm Response and Mobile Patrols, the actual requirements may fluctuate during the contract term. All security personnel must hold a valid in date Security Industry Authority (SIA) License Guards must be trained in Action Counter Terrorism (ACT) and See Check & Notify (SCaN) methodologies. Contract value noted covers the estimated total contract value including extensions. Full Procurement Documentation may be accessed via YORtender - ref: 104215

Renewal: It is anticipated that the contract will be for a total contract period of 5 years including extensions, this is based on an initial 2-year term with the option to extend the contract twice based on 1 x 2-year extension period and 1 x 1-year extension period for each Lot, subject to performance and negotiation of costs. The initial contact period shall be a firm cost.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ce63
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065651-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

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
£6,071,166 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,071,166 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£3,813,800 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£4,352,290 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-10-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active, Cancelled

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Postcode Area
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLE41 Bradford

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

KINGS GUARDING SOLUTIONS LIMITED

KINGS SECURITY LIMITED

LEON GUARDING & FM LIMITED

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