--- title: "001968 - Contract for the Provision of Safer Women at Night (SWaN) Hub Security" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2f73da0b-b661-4f22-a818-f2ab82518b5a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2f73da0b-b661-4f22-a818-f2ab82518b5a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2f73da0b-b661-4f22-a818-f2ab82518b5a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2f73da0b-b661-4f22-a818-f2ab82518b5a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2025-04-08" --- # 001968 - Contract for the Provision of Safer Women at Night (SWaN) Hub Security Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2f73da0b-b661-4f22-a818-f2ab82518b5a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2f73da0b-b661-4f22-a818-f2ab82518b5a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2f73da0b-b661-4f22-a818-f2ab82518b5a.json) ## Summary This procurement process organised by Durham County Council focuses on providing security services for the Safer Women at Night (SWaN) Hub located in Durham City Centre. The tender falls under the security services category (CPV code: 79710000) and importantly addresses the safety requirements within the night time economy in the North East of England. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, with the tender having been published on 28 January 2025, and the award date being 21 March 2025. The contract period starts on 1 April 2025 and ends on 31 March 2028. The procurement method used is an open procedure below threshold, with the tender reference being OPEN202565. Suitable businesses include SMEs and VCSEs. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in security services to expand their portfolio by working with Durham County Council. The selected supplier, Triton Risk Management Limited, will provide registered personnel at specific times, ensuring the safety and support of women and vulnerable individuals at the Hub. This contract can offer significant growth potential for firms with experience in managing security services within urban environments, particularly those that can reliably provide consistent and responsive security personnel. Businesses that can demonstrate compliance with SIA registration requirements and experience in similar projects will be well-suited to compete for this and similar opportunities in the future. ## Notice The Council require a sole Provider to manage and provide Security services for the Hub located within Durham City Centre. The aim of the Hub is to provide a safe refuge, support, and guardianship to women. It also provides services, support and assistance to anyone in a position of fear, distress and vulnerability within the night time economy. The provision of security is required to safeguard staff and users of the service within the stationary access point. 1 SIA Registered personnel will be required each Saturday night between 21:00PM - 03:00AM and Wednesday evenings between 21:00PM - 03:00AM (Wednesday are during University Term Time only). Please note these times are subject to change and other days/times may be required and will be requested in writing by the Contract Manager, with a minimum of 7 days notice. Tender documents can be accessed free of charge at open-uk.org and using reference OPEN202565 Additional information: Tender documents can be accessed free of charge at open-uk.org and using reference OPEN202565 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e313c3c-c3e5-4c40-b8cb-81b6acd46857 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Apr 2025 | | Submission deadline | 20 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 21 Mar 2025 | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £50,000 | | 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 | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | DURHAM | | Post town | Durham | | Postcode | DH1 5UQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham | | Local authority | County Durham | | Electoral ward | Neville's Cross | | Westminster constituency | City of Durham | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | TRITON RISK MANAGEMENT | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79710000 - Security services ## Release History - 8 Apr 2025 at 12:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e313c3c-c3e5-4c40-b8cb-81b6acd46857 - 28 Jan 2025 at 11:56 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ec1b6eb-df84-4cf9-8b9f-08b0781fae7a - 28 Jan 2025 at 11:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ec1b6eb-df84-4cf9-8b9f-08b0781fae7a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e313c3c-c3e5-4c40-b8cb-81b6acd46857 8th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ec1b6eb-df84-4cf9-8b9f-08b0781fae7a 28th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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