This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

30 Jun 2026 at 11:12

Tender

23 Jan 2026 at 11:11

Summary of the contracting process

Middlesex University, a central government public authority located in London, has completed its procurement process for "Security Systems and Manpower Services." This tender, first announced in January 2026, is classified under the services category, focusing specifically on surveillance and security systems and services. The procurement employed an open method with a competitive flexible procedure, attracting three bids during its tenure. The procurement involves a lot that has been awarded to Amulet Ltd, an SME based in Luton, for a value of £1,465,000 gross. Key dates include the contract start on 1st September 2026, with an option for two further one-year extensions, potentially lasting until 31st August 2030.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in comprehensive security solutions, particularly those experienced in managing security systems and providing manpower services. Companies with expertise in surveillance, security equipment, and the maintenance of such systems are well-suited to this business venture. SMEs can significantly benefit from similar contracts within the public sector due to their potential for substantial and long-term value. By securing and performing well in these contracts, security-focused SMEs can enhance their market reputation and expand their operations across the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Security Systems and Manpower Services

Notice Description

The University is looking to work with a single service provider that will take full responsibility, under guidance/direction from the University, these services will include but not be limited to Security Services and Security Systems

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060d1d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061184-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

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


CPV Codes

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

35121000 - Security equipment

50610000 - Repair and maintenance services of security equipment

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£1,225,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MIDDLESEX UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW4 4BT
Post Town
North West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI71 Barnet
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Barnet
Electoral Ward
Hendon
Westminster Constituency
Hendon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMULET

Further Information

Notice Documents

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