This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

05 Aug 2026 at 14:57

Planning

21 May 2026 at 09:02

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Security Services is being conducted by Great Places Housing Group, located in Manchester, United Kingdom. The process is at the Planning stage, with a focus on engaging potential suppliers through a Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) notice. This initiative aims to gather insights on market capabilities, pricing structures, and service delivery standards. The deadline for submitting responses to the market engagement survey is 12:00 on Monday, 17th August 2026. The project will cover multiple regions, including Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Staffordshire, Derbyshire, and South Yorkshire, under the industry category of services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in security-related services, such as Alarm-monitoring, Guard, Surveillance, and Patrol services. With an estimated contract value of approximately £500,000 per annum, it represents a substantial engagement for providers seeking to expand their operations. The tender is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs due to its focus on high-quality service delivery and continuous improvement. Businesses with innovative approaches to emergency response and health and safety compliance will find this opportunity particularly advantageous in supporting Great Places Housing Group's comprehensive housing management. The contract period is expected to run from 12th June 2027 to 11th June 2031, offering a long-term partnership potential for successful bidders.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Security Services

Notice Description

Great Places Housing Group is responsible for over 26,000 homes and properties across the North West and South Yorkshire. This Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) UK2 Notice is issued for research and engagement purposes. We are seeking input from potential providers who delivery Security Services, to help shape our future procurement strategy. The intended scope may include: * To deliver high quality security services in the most efficient manner to meet Great Places needs and requirements, taking into account Great Places unique needs per location * To provide an emergency response to Health and Safety and Fire Safety concerns. * To secure continuous improvement in quality and consistency of the service provided through collaboration and innovation. The contract will cover properties located in Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Staffordshire, Derbyshire, and South Yorkshire. Please note that this scope is indicative and subject to change. Estimated Value: Approximately PS500k (inc. VAT) per annum.

Planning Information

The objectives of this PME are to understand: 1 –Understand the market structure & capability 2 – Understand commercial model and pricing structures 3 – Test quality standards, service delivery and innovation We invite suppliers to complete an online survey, accessible via desktop or mobile: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/D7uwppL0DM The survey should take approximately 15 minutes to complete. Responses are anonymous by default, but you may leave your contact details if you wish to be notified when the tender is published. Respondents must declare any actual, potential or perceived conflicts of interest. Deadline for responses: 12:00 Monday 17th August 2026. Great Places reserves the right to extend this deadline at its discretion. Great Places reserves the right to conduct additional preliminary market engagement notice not described in this notice to help meet the objectives of the PME. This notice is issued in accordance with Sections 16 and 17 of the Procurement Act 2023 and is for preliminary market engagement only. It is not a call for competition.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069e84
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074339-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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

79711000 - Alarm-monitoring services

79713000 - Guard services

79714000 - Surveillance services

79715000 - Patrol services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,916,666 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
13 Oct 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Jun 2027 - 11 Jun 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREAT PLACES HOUSING GROUP
Additional Buyers

GREAT PLACES HOUSING GROUP LIMITED

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M21 7QP
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England), TLE3 South Yorkshire

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Chorlton Park
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Withington

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