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TRGBS 263 Disclosure Barring Services Tender

THE RIVERSIDE GROUP LIMITED

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18 Mar 2026 at 17:11

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Riverside Group Limited, a noted public undertaking based in Speke, Liverpool, has launched an open procurement procedure titled "TRGBS 263 Disclosure Barring Services Tender." This initiative seeks a supplier to provide Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checking, underpinning the group’s recruitment and safeguarding frameworks in alignment with UK legislation. The tender falls under the services category, specifically administration services, and has an estimated gross value of £350,000 GBP. Interested suppliers should be aware of imminent deadlines, with the enquiry period concluding on 1 April 2026 and the submission period ending on 17 April 2026. The award period will follow, concluding on 1 May 2026, marking progression into the contract stage which may extend until 2031.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities, particularly for enterprises adept at delivering high-quality administration services tailored to compliance and regulatory standards. Businesses specialising in safeguarding and background verification will find this tender tailored to their capabilities, especially those with experience in delivering DBS services. The open procurement process signifies an inclusive opportunity, encouraging participation from diverse service providers able to meet the outlined requirements. With quality weighted at 70% and price at 30% as award criteria, there is ample scope for demonstrating service excellence alongside competitive pricing, signalling a robust business growth potential for those who succeed in securing the contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TRGBS 263 Disclosure Barring Services Tender

Notice Description

The Riverside Group are looking for a supplier to tender for the provision of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checking service. These services will support TRG's recruitment and safeguarding requirements by ensuring all relevant staff, volunteers and contractors undergo appropriate DBS checks in accordance with UK legislation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066e2a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024850-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75100000 - Administration services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 1 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2031-05-01

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE RIVERSIDE GROUP LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SPEKE, LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L24 8RF
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Garston
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Garston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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