Award

Lone and Remote Working Solution with Integrated Alarm Receiving Centre

FIFE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

09 May 2025 at 00:00

Award

16 Aug 2019 at 00:00

Tender

15 May 2019 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process overseen by Fife Council involves contracting Lone Worker Solutions for the project titled "Lone and Remote Working Solution with Integrated Alarm Receiving Centre." This contract, an extension of an existing deal, falls under the category of services and operates within the realm of public safety and general public services. Situated in the region of UKM72, Fife, this procurement has reached the award stage, with the contract being active as of March 25, 2025. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, fostering transparency and equal opportunity for businesses to engage. The project is particularly focused on ensuring the safety and compliance of lone and remote workers across Fife's facilities, aligning with Health and Safety Executive standards.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in technology-driven safety solutions, particularly those providing intuitive, accredited devices and alarm systems. Companies looking to expand their operations in community safety and compliance services may find this procurement beneficial. The requirement for integration with existing corporate solutions suggests that businesses with expertise in technological interfaces or management reporting functionalities could effectively compete. Fife Council's commitment to robust safety measures can lead to enhanced reputation and commercial relationships for businesses, particularly those with a history of delivering quality and economically viable solutions that adhere to high safety standards.

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Notice Title

Lone and Remote Working Solution with Integrated Alarm Receiving Centre

Notice Description

12-month extension of this contract as agreed with the supplier. The original contract details are below. Fife Council require a Lone and Remote Working Solution with Integrated Alarm Receiving Centre which will provide: - An intuitive and easy to use solution; - An accredited Alarm Receiving Centre; - An accredited and dedicated lone working device; - Management Reporting and Administrative Functionality; - Required device accreditations; - Self-Service Portal for all Users, their Supervisors and Managers; - An interface to other Corporate solutions where required; - Reassurance to all Lone and Remote Workers.

Lot Information

Lot 1

12-month extension of the contract as agreed with the supplier. The original description is below. Fife Council have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety of their employees and, as such, must establish a robust lone and remote working solution. The system/solution that is implemented will ensure that Fife Council complies with its obligation or duty of care, as an employer, in line with Health and Safety Executive standards. A contract is required for 5 years, plus option for additional 3 years plus 2 years.. Original contract award notice ID is AUG363492

Renewal: Option to extend for a further 3 years, plus a further 2 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000583627
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY529944
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

35113000 - Safety equipment

48514000 - Remote access software package

72212514 - Remote access software development services

79711000 - Alarm-monitoring services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£358,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£196,461 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FIFE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Dawn Watson, Ryan Butchart
Contact Email
alan.wright@fife.gov.uk, dawn.watson@fife.gov.uk, ryan.butchart@fife.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3451550000

Buyer Location

Locality
GLENROTHES
Postcode
KY7 5LT
Post Town
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife

Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Glenrothes Central and Thornton
Westminster Constituency
Glenrothes and Mid Fife

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LONE WORKER SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY354430
    Lone and Remote Working Solution with Integrated Alarm Receiving Centre - Fife Council require a Lone and Remote Working Solution with Integrated Alarm Receiving Centre which will provide: - An intuitive and easy to use solution; - An accredited Alarm Receiving Centre; - An accredited and dedicated lone working device; - Management Reporting and Administrative Functionality; - Required device accreditations; - Self-Service Portal for all Users, their Supervisors and Managers; - An interface to other Corporate solutions where required; - Reassurance to all Lone and Remote Workers.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG363492
    Lone and Remote Working Solution with Integrated Alarm Receiving Centre - Fife Council require a Lone and Remote Working Solution with Integrated Alarm Receiving Centre which will provide: - An intuitive and easy to use solution; - An accredited Alarm Receiving Centre; - An accredited and dedicated lone working device; - Management Reporting and Administrative Functionality; - Required device accreditations; - Self-Service Portal for all Users, their Supervisors and Managers; - An interface to other Corporate solutions where required; - Reassurance to all Lone and Remote Workers.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY529944
    Lone and Remote Working Solution with Integrated Alarm Receiving Centre - 12-month extension of this contract as agreed with the supplier. The original contract details are below. Fife Council require a Lone and Remote Working Solution with Integrated Alarm Receiving Centre which will provide: - An intuitive and easy to use solution; - An accredited Alarm Receiving Centre; - An accredited and dedicated lone working device; - Management Reporting and Administrative Functionality; - Required device accreditations; - Self-Service Portal for all Users, their Supervisors and Managers; - An interface to other Corporate solutions where required; - Reassurance to all Lone and Remote Workers.

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