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title: "Security & Stewarding Services 067-2024 Provision of Event Security and Stewarding Services at MCCCL"
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# Security & Stewarding Services 067-2024 Provision of Event Security and Stewarding Services at MCCCL

Buyer: LUKE SHELDON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7f3b37c5-7fc6-4380-bf5d-73aa2c0ad83c

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## Summary

Manchester Central Convention Complex (MCCCL) has awarded a contract for the provision of security and stewarding services to Carlisle Security Services Limited. This contract, valued at £1,500,000, falls under the industry category of security services (CPV code 79710000). The procurement process was conducted using an open procedure and has now reached the award stage. The contract will commence on 1st September 2024 and will run until 31st August 2027, with the possibility of an extension for up to two additional years. The services will be provided at Manchester Central, located at Windmill Street, Manchester, M2 3GX, and cater to internal and external clients, as well as delegates attending events at this venue.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in event security and management services. SMEs, in particular, are well-suited to compete in such open procurement processes. The successful contractor will need to provide trained SIA-licensed staff and stewards, ensuring high-quality customer service that aligns with Manchester Central’s standards. This contract offers the chance for growth by forging a partnership with a major venue, potentially leading to further engagement and contracts within the events industry. Businesses with expertise in flexible staffing arrangements and comprehensive safety compliance will find this tender particularly advantageous.

## Notice

Manchester Central is currently looking for a Contractor to provide and manage workers for event services consisting of security and stewarding. The successful Contractor will be committed to the development of the security and stewarding function and will provide competent staff members who have received the relevant training applied to such roles. The Contractor will ensure that personnel onsite at Manchester Central are NOT self-employed OR zero-hour employees. Flexible working arrangements via annualised hours or casual contracts for service arrangements are permissible. Members of staff will be providing services to clients and delegates at Manchester Central, and therefore must be fully conversant, fitting in with Manchester Central's values. The Contract period will be for three (3) years with the option to extend for up to an additional two (2) years. It is intended for the contract to commence on 1st August 2024. The Contractor shall offer Manchester Central internal and external clients a professional and effective level of management, with regard to the fulfilment of the service, including but not limited to the following key responsibilities: * They will deliver exceptional customer service and expertise at the level expected by Manchester Central and clients, in conjunction with Manchester Centrals Head of Security and event management teams. * The provision of such number and types of management and SIA licensed staff and trained stewards as may be necessary to operate the event at any appropriate time on days of events to reasonably meet event needs. * The Contractor will be responsible for ensuring sufficient SIA licensed staff and stewards are available as outlined in the deployment schedule provided by Manchester Central. * The Contractor shall ensure that staff are provided with sufficient assignment instructions and briefings to deliver the required service provision ahead of each event. * Given the dynamic nature of the event industry, the Contractor will be expected to react and respond to service provision queries or operational demands at short notice. * The Contractor will be responsible for providing all staff with name badges and formal identification, and sufficient levels of communications devices to successfully operate the event. (Radios will be provided by Manchester Central) * The Contractor will be responsible for providing all staff with adequate uniform, design and style to be discussed. * The Contractor will be responsible for providing all staff with sufficient safety / PPE (Personal Protective Equipment). * Operational representatives, event security operatives and stewards must work alongside the Manchester Central event management team to ensure a cultural fit. The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at https://procontract.due-north.com Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ce69517-ccaa-4dab-b914-c7455b90a41b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 17 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,500,000 |
| 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 | LUKE SHELDON |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M2 3GX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CARLISLE SECURITY SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79710000 - Security services

## Release History

- 30 Jul 2024 at 09:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ce69517-ccaa-4dab-b914-c7455b90a41b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ce69517-ccaa-4dab-b914-c7455b90a41b
  30th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=2f8ef987-4ffb-ee11-812a-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.manchester.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com

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