Planning

FM Soft Services - Security

LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK

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Planning

14 May 2026 at 12:58

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Southwark is planning a procurement process for FM Soft Services with a focus on Security. This opportunity, under the industry category of Security Services, is slated to commence in October 2026 and will be managed by the Fusion21 Consortium through their Workplace and Facilities Management framework. Located in London, UK, this procurement is in the planning stage and will be carried out using a selective procurement method with mechanisms aligned with pre-Procurement Act commercial tools. The initial contract period is for three years, with potential extensions up to two additional years depending on performance, indicating a substantial commitment from the buyer, with the anticipated contract value being £12,500,000 over the initial term.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in Security Services within the UK, as the framework permits SME suitability. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality security services have the chance to secure a long-term partnership with the London Borough of Southwark, reinforcing their market position and expanding their portfolio. Potential bidders should focus on aligning their offerings to meet stringent performance criteria that allow for contract extensions, showcasing their ability to deliver consistent and reliable services. Such an opportunity caters to firms with proven expertise in facilities management and those looking to establish a foothold in public-sector projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FM Soft Services - Security

Notice Description

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A PIPELINE NOTICE - NOT LIVE TENDER OPPORTUNITY. The forthcoming opportunity relates to the procurement of Security Services as part of Soft Facilities Management Services for a period of three years with the option to extend by a further two years at the Council's sole discretion, subject to performance, commencing in October 2026. This opportunity will be called off from the Fusion 21 Workplace and Facilities Management framework, Lot 3: Security Services Southwark Project ID: DN816153 Fusion Project ID: 19412

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0698c0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044379-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Using pre-Procurement Act commercial tool
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
£12,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK
Additional Buyers

FUSION21 CONSORTIUM

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 2QH
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Local Authority
Knowsley
Electoral Ward
St Michaels
Westminster Constituency
Knowsley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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