Tender

PAN3493 - Provision of Security Screens

LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

26 Feb 2026 at 14:01

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

13 Feb 2026 at 14:53

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Leicester City Council, a public authority in the sub-central government sector, is initiating a tender process under the title "PAN3493 - Provision of Security Screens". This procurement focuses on appointing a contractor capable of installing security screens on properties due to specific events. The industry category involves construction work, with delivery and execution centred in the UKF21 region of Leicester, United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the 'Tender' stage, with submissions expected by 23rd March 2026. Key dates include the end of the enquiry period on 19th March 2026, with a contract start date on 1st July 2026, running until 30th June 2029, subject to options for renewal. The process follows an 'open' procurement method for below-threshold open competition, with electronic submissions permitted.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses, particularly those in construction and security services, as it involves continuous engagement for urgent event security solutions. Companies equipped with the resources to offer 24/7 service coverage and operate under a set service level agreement will find this contract appealing. It highlights the importance of quality and price, equally weighted in the evaluation criteria, thereby encouraging competitive pricing alongside high-quality deliverables. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suitable, emphasising inclusivity within the procurement method. The contract's potential extension and renewal periods promise extended business relationships and stability, appealing to firms looking to solidify their market presence in Leicester and surrounding areas.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PAN3493 - Provision of Security Screens

Notice Description

We are looking to appoint a screening contractor who will install a security screen or board on Leicester City Council property that needs to be made secure due to an event occurring in the property. The contractor must have the facilities to secure premises within a set service level agreement and operates 24 hours/day and 7days/week should an urgent event occur.

Planning Information

Leicester City Council ('the Council') would like to seek views and engagement from the market regarding the provision of security screens. We are looking to appoint a screening contractor who will install screen or board on Leicester City Council property that needs to be made secure due to an event occurring in the property. The contractor must have the facilities to secure premises within a set service level agreement and operates 24 hours/day and 7days/week should an urgent event occur. The estimated contract value is for £84k inclusive of VAT and the possible contract term will be 4years (initial term of 3 years with an option to further for 1 year). At this stage, it is a Pre-Market Engagement only and Not A CALL FOR COMPETITION. Pre-Market Engagement questionnaire can be accessed in the link below: https://forms.office.com/e/NAsYUR7Jqv

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06541c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017370-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
2 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 1FZ
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
TLF21 Leicester
Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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