Tender

St Matthews Fair - Market Security

BRIDGWATER TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

10 Apr 2026 at 13:39

Summary of the contracting process

Bridgwater Town Council is inviting tenders for the provision of security services for St Matthews Fair, which will take place during the last week of September each year. This tender, categorised under security services, involves securing various locations in Bridgwater, Somerset, and requires high-profile security personnel to manage designated areas and protect market stalls. The procurement method is an open, below-threshold competition, with submissions to be made via post. Key dates include a tender deadline on 8 May 2026 at noon, with an enquiry period closing on 29 April 2026. The contract is initially set for three years, beginning on 1 September 2026, with potential renewals extending up to 2030.

This tender provides a valuable opportunity for businesses in the security sector, particularly those experienced in managing event security and who possess significant industry certifications and accreditations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate as the tender process actively considers suitability for this business size. Successful bidders will demonstrate expertise in static and mobile guarding, efficient staffing methodologies, sound health and safety practices, and environmental responsibility. This contract not only offers a steady stream of revenue from a reputable local authority but also allows businesses to bolster their portfolio of high-profile clients in public event security.

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Notice Title

St Matthews Fair - Market Security

Notice Description

Purpose of Job 1.1. Bridgwater Town Council requires the provision of security guard/s during the Bridgwater Fair which takes place during the last week of September each year. To provide high profile security at Bridgwater Fair. This will include 4 x Security West Street 23.00 - 06.00 Tuesday 29th September , Wednesday 30th, Thursday 1st, Friday 2nd. Patrol West Street market to provide protection for market stalls. 2 x Security Albert Street 11.00 - 20.00 Wednesday 30th September. To man road barrier encouraging residents only parking. 2 x Security Albert Street 13.00 - 20.00 Thursday 25th, Friday 26th Saturday 27th September. To man road barrier encouraging residents only parking. 4 x Security Fair field horse market Wednesday 24th September 08.00 - 16.00. Two staff manning gate to control entry and exit, two patrolling the market. Term 1.2. The term of the contract is for a period of 3 years with the option to extend year on year for up to 2 further years. Dates provided are for event 2026. 2. Duties 2.1. Providing high visibility Static Guarding or Mobile Guarding at Bridgwater Fair and provide a high profile security presence carrying a visible ID card to act as a visible deterrent regarding security issues at Bridgwater Fair. 2.2. To protect to the best of their ability the property and premises thereon from theft, pilferage or damage. 2.3. Being able to deal with effectively verbal and physical confrontation. 2.4. Protecting BTC staff from verbal and physical confrontation 2.5. Dealing effectively with individuals whose actions are anti-social or not authorised at Bridgwater Fair. 2.6. To prevent the intrusion of unauthorised persons from entering the premises or to detain or attempt to detain any persons that to the knowledge of the security guard has committed an offence and to notify the police accordingly. 2.7. Patrolling, securing and monitoring the fair , sometimes with the aid of closed circuit television (CCTV), and supervising at the door. 2.8. Keeping accurate records and write short reports, which may be used by the police or courts. Your duties could also involve customer care and giving advice. 2.9. Guards to work in max of pairs and not congregate as a group except in circumstances where this is deemed essential. 2.10. Exchanging all necessary information to colleagues during shift change.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068021
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032881-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£36,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
8 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Oct 2028 2-3 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
BRIDGWATER TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRIDGWATER
Postcode
TA6 3AS
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bridgwater South
Westminster Constituency
Bridgwater

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