--- title: "WNC Security Services Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7d429246-a374-4362-8f2b-edb2f58e9b73" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7d429246-a374-4362-8f2b-edb2f58e9b73" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7d429246-a374-4362-8f2b-edb2f58e9b73.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7d429246-a374-4362-8f2b-edb2f58e9b73.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2025-02-26" --- # WNC Security Services Framework Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7d429246-a374-4362-8f2b-edb2f58e9b73 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7d429246-a374-4362-8f2b-edb2f58e9b73) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7d429246-a374-4362-8f2b-edb2f58e9b73.json) ## Summary West Northamptonshire Council, situated in the East Midlands and responsible for services across the former authority areas of Daventry, South Northamptonshire, Northampton, and the Northamptonshire County Council, wishes to appoint Framework Providers for the WNC Security Services Framework. The procurement process is divided into four lots: Core Security Guarding Service, Ad hoc Security Guarding Services, Security Electronics and Installations, and Out of Hours Services, Monitoring and Maintenance. The initial contract duration is 36 months, with an optional extension of 12 months, starting on 18 November 2024. The total estimated contract value is £32,248,000. The tender process will end by 30 September 2024, with the framework agreements commencing shortly thereafter. West Northamptonshire Council follows an open procurement method and encourages tenders from SMEs in the security services industry, identified by CPV code 79710000. Interested parties must submit their tenders via the In-Tend Portal by midday on 26 April 2024. This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for security service providers. The framework's extensive scope, divided into multiple lots, allows companies to bid for one or more categories, potentially securing a significant portion of the work. The guarantee of long-term contracts, ranging from 36 to 48 months, provides stability and forecasted revenue. This framework is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in security services, monitoring, and installations, as evidenced by the current awarded suppliers, including SSG Support Services Group Ltd, Prime Secure Systems Ltd, and several others. Engaging in this competitive framework could foster new business relationships and expand market presence for SMEs proficient in the security sector. ## Notice West Northamptonshire Council wishes to appoint Framework Providers in 4 Lots to provide a range of Security Services. The framework is split into four lots: o Lot 1 - Core Security Guarding Service 1 supplier awarded the contract - Direct award call off o Lot 2 - Ad hoc Security Guarding Services multiple suppliers on a call off basis via a further competition. o Lot 3 - Security Electronics and Installations multiple suppliers on a call off basis via a further competition. o Lot 4 - Out of Hours Services, Monitoring and Maintenance 1 supplier awarded the contract - Direct award call off Suppliers can tender for one or more lots. There will be no guarantee of work or volume of work to be given under this framework. Total contract value = ?32,248,000 By way of access agreement, this framework is open to current and new Authority customers seeking to utilise the Authority's frameworks on an independent third-party basis Variant bids not offered. Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE) may apply to this opportunity. The Authority proposes to establish a framework agreement across four (4) lots for a fixed period of 48 months. The framework start date will be 18 November 2024. The Authority proposes to enter into one (1) contract for Lot 1 for an initial period of 36 months with the preferred Potential Supplier, with an option to extend for a further 12 months making 48 months in total. The Authority proposes to call off via mini competition for Lot 2 for individual requirements and proposes to enter into a contract with the preferred Potential Supplier(s) for the required period of time to deliver the requirement(s). The Authority proposes to call off via mini competition for Lot 3 for individual requirements and proposes to enter into a contract with the preferred Potential Supplier(s) for the required period of time to deliver the requirement(s). The Authority proposes to enter into one (1) contract for Lot 4 for an initial period of 36 months with the preferred Potential Supplier, with an option to extend for a further 12 months making 48 months in total. If your organisation wishes to participate in this process, you need to register with In-Tend Portal. You will be unable to take part if you do not register. Please use the link below and follow the instructions on the website: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wnc/aspx/Home Tenders must be returned via the Portal. The tender return date is midday on Friday 26th April 2024. Tenders received after this time and date will not be accepted. Additional information: Lots 1, 2 and 3 were awarded. Lot 4 was abandoned and is in the process of being re-procured. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be8667cb-e294-493e-89a3-9bd86fdb4b84 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 29 Jul 2024 | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2024 - 30 Nov 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £32,248,000 | | 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 | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | NORTHAMPTONSHIRE | | Post town | Northampton | | Postcode | NN1 1ED | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire | | Local authority | West Northamptonshire | | Electoral ward | Castle | | Westminster constituency | Northampton North | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 12 | | Supplier names | 1ST REACTION SECURITY; CHASE SERVICES GROUP; GUARDIAN FM; GUARDING PROFESSIONALS; JATA CONNECTIONS; LEAD ELEMENT SERVICES; OLIVE GROUP; PRIME SECURE SYSTEMS; REGENT FM; SGC SECURITY SERVICES; SMARTSEC SOLUTIONS; SSG SUPPORT SERVICES GROUP | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79710000 - Security services ## Release History - 26 Feb 2025 at 13:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be8667cb-e294-493e-89a3-9bd86fdb4b84 - 6 Sep 2024 at 06:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5eced3d1-63d4-422a-9251-c7adde663ef7 - 6 Sep 2024 at 06:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5eced3d1-63d4-422a-9251-c7adde663ef7 - 25 Apr 2024 at 12:51 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5eced3d1-63d4-422a-9251-c7adde663ef7 - 25 Apr 2024 at 12:51 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5eced3d1-63d4-422a-9251-c7adde663ef7 - 23 Apr 2024 at 09:05 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5eced3d1-63d4-422a-9251-c7adde663ef7 - 27 Mar 2024 at 15:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5eced3d1-63d4-422a-9251-c7adde663ef7 - 27 Mar 2024 at 07:50 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5eced3d1-63d4-422a-9251-c7adde663ef7 - 22 Mar 2024 at 11:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5eced3d1-63d4-422a-9251-c7adde663ef7 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be8667cb-e294-493e-89a3-9bd86fdb4b84 26th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5eced3d1-63d4-422a-9251-c7adde663ef7 6th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wnc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wnc/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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