--- title: "Tender for the Provision of Security Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-728bc522-43f5-4dfa-81ae-93b2f497b64a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-728bc522-43f5-4dfa-81ae-93b2f497b64a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-728bc522-43f5-4dfa-81ae-93b2f497b64a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-728bc522-43f5-4dfa-81ae-93b2f497b64a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON" published: "2017-03-14" --- # Tender for the Provision of Security Services Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-728bc522-43f5-4dfa-81ae-93b2f497b64a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-728bc522-43f5-4dfa-81ae-93b2f497b64a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-728bc522-43f5-4dfa-81ae-93b2f497b64a.json) ## Summary The University of Southampton is currently seeking tenders for the provision of security services through a selective procurement method. This contract aims to enhance the University's security capabilities over a period of three years, with an option for a two-year extension based on performance. The tender, titled "Tender for the Provision of Security Services", aims to support the University’s operations across Hampshire, specifically at the Highfield campus. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 19 April 2017, with the contract expected to commence on 4 September 2017. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those with experience in higher education environments. Companies capable of offering comprehensive security solutions, including internal and external patrolling, access control, incident management, and customer service, will find this opportunity especially appealing. The minimum contract value is set at £4.5 million, making it a valuable prospect for service providers looking to expand their footprint in the educational sector. ## Notice The University's Security Service operates 24 hours 365 day a year available to assist students, staff and visitors on any security related issue. The purpose of this contract is for the University to partner with a Contractor who will be able to supplement the existing internal capability with additional resources or specialist support in order to provide a professionally managed, high quality security and guarding service that complies with all legislation governing the security industry and enforcing the University's security policy. The University seeks a Contractor who can demonstrate a high level of understanding of the Higher Education sector and the unique requirements thereof. They must be capable of working as part of a joined up team, able to contribute to developing solutions that meet the University's requirements and be committed to collaborating on problem-solving should any issues arise. The aim of the University's Security Service is to: Prevent unauthorised access to University premises. Protect life and limb of all persons on the premises. Protect University property and all other property on University premises. Protect confidential and sensitive information. Maintain a level of security consistent with the academic freedom in an environment of learning. It will be role of the successful Contractor to support the University in meeting these aims and to commit to a culture of continuous improvement over the term of the contract. There should be a clear and comprehensive pricing mechanism to help identify cost savings over the term of the contract. Retaining this transparency will be absolutely critical to validating costs and charges (even to the extent of third party costs that are being passed on). The Service: The Contractor's duties shall include, but not be limited to: Internal and external patrolling (day and night), including static guarding and provision of a visual deterrent. Access control (day and night). Provide reception and concierge services Incident management and emergency response, including but not limited to fire alarms, evacuations and first aid. Supervise vehicles and parking regulations on premises as required. Operating security equipment, including CCTV, radios, and alarm systems. Customer service and responding to requests for assistance. Incident management, including the management of protest activity. Escorting and chaperoning VIPs and visitors. Participation in emergency evacuations and investigate the causes of alarm activations. Reporting and, where possible preventing, health and safety hazards and providing first aid assistance. The contract term will comprise of an initial period of 3 years with an option to extend by a further 2 years [3 + 2 years], subject to satisfactory performance. The procurement process will run in 2 stages: Stage 1 - Pre-Qualification stage: an overall pass ma... ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91f77150-f76e-477c-8726-6b0cea44816e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Mar 2017 | | Submission deadline | 19 Apr 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Sep 2017 - 3 Sep 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £5,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON | | Locality | HAMPSHIRE | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO17 1BJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton | | Local authority | Southampton | | Electoral ward | Portswood | | Westminster constituency | Southampton Test | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79710000 - Security services - 79713000 - Guard services - 79715000 - Patrol services ## Release History - 14 Mar 2017 at 14:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91f77150-f76e-477c-8726-6b0cea44816e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91f77150-f76e-477c-8726-6b0cea44816e 28th March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.soton.ac.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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