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NSS06725 FM Security

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)

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22 May 2025 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "NSS06725 FM Security" was undertaken by The Common Services Agency, better known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), located in Edinburgh. Focused on the health services industry, this tender catered to the UKM region. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure and has successfully completed the award stage. The value of the contract awarded on 21st May 2025 amounts to GBP 1,393,628. This public tender, classified under CPV 79710000, relates to the provision of security services encompassing physical, technical, and support aspects. The key parties in this process included OCS Group UK Ltd as the supplier, and important legal and review considerations were associated with this tender, ensuring compliance with relevant Scottish public procurement regulations.

This procurement presents considerable opportunities for businesses within the security services industry and similar service providers. OCS Group UK Ltd, a large-scale company, secured the contract, indicating significant potential for enterprises of comparable calibre to engage in such procurement activities. Businesses with expertise in facility management and security solutions, especially those with the capability to manage substantial contracts, stand to benefit from participating in similar open tender processes. The successful delivery against this framework could serve as a pivotal stepping stone for organisations looking to expand their government contract portfolio and enhance their market presence within the public sector. The open procurement method further underscores a competitive environment, encouraging both domestic and foreign entities to explore opportunities within the NHS National Services Scotland's contracting framework.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NSS06725 FM Security

Notice Description

FM Security

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000794751
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530922
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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

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

CPV Codes

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,393,628 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 20259 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
michael.walker3@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312756000

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OCS GROUP

Further Information

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