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title: "Lone Worker Application and Related Services"
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# Lone Worker Application and Related Services

Buyer: ROYAL BERKSHIRE FIRE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-81856734-2fec-4f68-b9e2-7c07b26c867e

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## Summary

The Royal Berkshire Fire Authority is seeking a supplier for its "Lone Worker Application and Related Services" to enhance the safety of its staff who work alone, currently numbering approximately 65 and expected to increase to 75. This procurement falls under the telecommunications and safety equipment category, specifically regarding services for monitoring and alarm systems. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 19th August 2021. The awarded contract, valued at £45,000, commenced on 1st December 2021 and spans until 30th November 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in telecommunications infrastructure, safety equipment, and security services. Companies with experience in providing alarm systems, mobile applications, and health and safety consultancy services will be particularly well-suited to compete in this market. Engaging in this contract could enable these businesses to expand their client base while contributing to vital workplace safety initiatives within the public sector.

## Notice

RBFRS currently employ approximately 65 staff who regularly or occasionally work alone, and who may be at risk of physical/verbal abuse, accidents, illness or injury. Lone worker equipment is currently supplied to staff, as a means of monitoring their safety, and to enable staff members to quickly raise an alarm if required. Where alarms are raised, they are monitored by an alarm receiving centre (ARC) which is staffed 24/7/365. They will initiate the escalation process. It is imperative that issues are resolved within the formally agreed timescales. The need for lone worker equipment is determined by the Head of Service. The supply of equipment is managed through the Health and Safety Team. The range of equipment currently in use is either a stand-alone device, or a mobile phone app which is used in conjunction with blue tooth wearable tech. We currently provide approx. 65 staff with equipment and anticipate this could rise to 75

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c535071-e6c9-4a15-97d4-9450778de247 |
| 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 | 3 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £45,000 |
| 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 | ROYAL BERKSHIRE FIRE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | READING |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG31 7SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | West Berkshire |
| Electoral ward | Tilehurst Birch Copse |
| Westminster constituency | Reading West and Mid Berkshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SKYGUARD LIMITED T/A PEOPLESAFE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies
- 32571000 - Communications infrastructure
- 35113000 - Safety equipment
- 35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices
- 35121700 - Alarm systems
- 48730000 - Security software package
- 64200000 - Telecommunications services
- 71317210 - Health and safety consultancy services
- 79710000 - Security services
- 79711000 - Alarm-monitoring services
- 79714100 - Tracing system services
- 80330000 - Safety education services
- 80550000 - Safety training services

## Release History

- 3 Nov 2021 at 16:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c535071-e6c9-4a15-97d4-9450778de247

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c535071-e6c9-4a15-97d4-9450778de247
  3rd November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=38901&B=BLUELIGHT
  https://bluelight.eu-supply.com/
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/71935
  https://bluelight.eu-supply.com/

## Notice URLs

- http://www.rbfrs.co.uk
- https://bluelight.eu-supply.com/

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