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Provsion of Ad-Hoc Manned Guarding & Security Services for NOC Southampton

National Oceanography Centre

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16 Dec 2025 at 10:21

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Oceanography Centre, located in Southampton, has completed its procurement process for the provision of ad-hoc manned guarding and security services, awarding a contract to Synergy Safety UK Limited. This contract pertains to services such as site security, visiting research ships, and special events at the Southampton facility. The procurement was conducted using a direct method, classified as below threshold, without competition. The contract, signed on 28 November 2025, commenced on 2 December 2025, and is set to conclude on 1 June 2026, with potential for renewal under certain conditions. Classified under the industry category of guard and patrol services, this contract represents collaboration in the public authority sector, focusing on security services provision.

This tender offers significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in security services, particularly those with experience in managing security personnel and delivering tailored guarding solutions. Businesses that can provide flexible, high-standard security services may find expansion potential by aligning their offerings with the contractual specifications of the National Oceanography Centre. The direct procurement method streamlines the process, allowing specialised security firms to showcase their reliability and ability to handle ad-hoc requirements without engaging in extensive competitive bidding. This contract represents an opportunity for businesses in the security sector to establish reputable partnerships within government-supported projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provsion of Ad-Hoc Manned Guarding & Security Services for NOC Southampton

Notice Description

The NOC required the provision of ad-hoc manned guarding services at its Southampton facility, including security for the site, visiting research ships, and special events. The supplier was responsible for supplying, training, and managing suitable security personnel to deliver 24-hour guarding and related duties, in line with agreed standards and statutory requirements. Services were provided as needed and invoiced monthly, with all goods and services supplied according to the contract specification and UK procurement regulations. For future security services, the NOC will conduct a procurement process in line with the Light Touch Regime provisions or utilise a suitable framework agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f658
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083189-2025
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79713000 - Guard services

79715000 - Patrol services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Nov 20259 months ago
Contract Period
2 Dec 2025 - 1 Jun 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
National Oceanography Centre
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO14 3ZH
Postcode Area
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Bargate
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Synergy Safety UK Limited

Further Information

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