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UCG - PROVISION OF SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES

UNITED COLLEGES GROUP

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Tender

13 Nov 2025 at 14:15

Summary of the contracting process

The United Colleges Group is seeking to procure security guarding services for all its campuses in London, United Kingdom. This procurement, titled "UCG - PROVISION OF SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES," falls under the services category with a focus on security services. The contracting process is currently at the tender stage and uses an open procedure described as a competitive flexible procedure. Interested parties must complete submissions by 8th December 2025, with the enquiry period ending on 3rd December 2025. The anticipated award period is set to conclude by 1st August 2026, and the contract will be in effect from 1st August 2026 through to 31st July 2029, with potential extensions available. The total estimated value of the contract is £7,800,000, with a base value of £6,500,000.

This tender offers lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those with experience in managing contracts of a similar scope and scale. The project is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, with requirements for business quality standards and relevant accreditations. Companies interested in expanding their portfolio in public sector contracts or those looking to strengthen their position in the security services market will find this an attractive opportunity. Participation in this tender process could enhance a business's reputation and provide a stable revenue stream over the multi-year contract period. Successful bidders will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of a significant educational institution, making it an ideal opportunity for experienced service providers.

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Notice Title

UCG - PROVISION OF SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES

Notice Description

PROVISION OF GUARDING SECURITY SERVICES FOR UNITED COLLEGES GROUP ON SITE AT ALL CAMPUSES

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e08b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073581-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED COLLEGES GROUP
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
finance@ucg.ac.uk
Contact Phone
020 8208 5000

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W2 1NB
Post Town
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Little Venice
Westminster Constituency
Queen's Park and Maida Vale

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