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23 Jul 2026 at 10:48

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, titled "Health and Safety Services," was conducted by Staffordshire University Academies Trust, a public authority under the sub-central government classification. The procurement aimed to secure services related to health and safety, including advisory and compliance support, across the Trust. Located in Stoke-On-Trent, the contract has been awarded as of 23rd July 2026, with the services to commence on 1st September 2026 and continue until 31st August 2029. The procurement process was limited, focusing on below-threshold limited competition, within the services industry category specifically targeting health and safety services. The contract has been awarded to Entrust Support Services Limited, with the award status recorded as active.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in health and safety services, particularly those equipped to provide comprehensive advisory, compliance, and incident management support. Companies familiar with working within educational institutions or public sector organisations would find this contract an excellent fit to expand their portfolio. Given its sub-central government procurement nature and specific focus on health and safety, it could serve as a stepping stone for businesses looking to establish or augment their standing within the governmental sector. The partnership with Staffordshire University Academies Trust could also open doors to future opportunities in related sectors. Entrants would ideally have a substantial presence in the UK, particularly in the Staffordshire region, to leverage regional advantages and fulfil the contract's demands efficiently.

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Notice Title

Health and Safety Services

Notice Description

Provision of Health and Safety Services across Staffordshire University Academies Trust, including competent person services, health and safety advice, audits, guidance, compliance support, accident and incident reporting support, health and safety management tools and liaison with enforcement authorities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d1a7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069615-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71317200 - Health and safety services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£71,997 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY ACADEMIES TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STOKE-ON-TRENT
Postcode
ST4 2DF
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Hanley Park, Joiner's Square & Shelton
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ENTRUST SUPPORT SERVICES

Further Information

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