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title: "Provision of Event Security"
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# Provision of Event Security

Buyer: IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0f3a31a4-bd18-453d-8f85-a04ff66f5ac4

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## Summary

The Ipswich Borough Council is seeking event security services under the title "Provision of Event Security," aimed at enhancing safety during community events at the Regent Theatre, Corn Exchange, and Town Hall in Ipswich, East of England. This procurement process is currently at the contract award stage, with a total contract value of £4,000,000 for the period commencing on 1st September 2017 and concluding on 31st August 2020. The procurement method used for this tender is selective, following a restricted procedure, and the tender period closed on 30th March 2017.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in security services, as it aims to cater to a variety of public events. Businesses with expertise in event security management, particularly those that can handle the fast-paced environment of community engagements, would be well-suited to participate. The competitive landscape is open for those looking to grow their businesses through community-oriented contracts, enhancing their visibility and reputation within the local area.

## Notice

Ipswich Borough Council has a requirement for event security at its Regent Theatre, Corn Exchange and Town Hall. Ipswich has also been well regarded for it's vibrant and active events programme offering the community a diverse range of free to attend, quality events for which security is also required. Additional information: Full details of this tender can be found on the Suffolk Sourcing System - www.suffolksourcing.co.uk. Before viewing this tender, please refer to the Suffolk Sourcing System 'User Guides' which can be accessed via the Suffolk Sourcing Homepage. Suffolk Sourcing is an E-Tendering system jointly operated by Suffolk County, District and Borough Councils.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08aeae73-023b-4527-a3c4-0042d35f76af |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jul 2017 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2017 - 31 Aug 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STAGE EVENT SECURITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79710000 - Security services

## Release History

- 10 Oct 2017 at 08:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08aeae73-023b-4527-a3c4-0042d35f76af
- 10 Oct 2017 at 07:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98476579-bf9d-49b2-83e6-1b4c3e4d666c
- 28 Feb 2017 at 07:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98476579-bf9d-49b2-83e6-1b4c3e4d666c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08aeae73-023b-4527-a3c4-0042d35f76af
  10th October 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98476579-bf9d-49b2-83e6-1b4c3e4d666c
  10th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.suffolksourcing.co.uk
  E-Tendering Portal

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ipswich.gov.uk

## Provenance

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