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title: "Tender for the Provision of Security Services"
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# Tender for the Provision of Security Services

Buyer: NEWARK & SHERWOOD DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-837f6775-e681-4c74-8696-8b8a87a2a3e3

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## Summary

The Newark & Sherwood District Council has awarded a contract for the provision of security services, following a tender initiated to ensure safety and security for their new offices and civic suite located in Newark, East Midlands. The contract, which commenced on 1st September 2017, is valued at approximately £164,928.96 and is set to run for three years with the possibility of two annual extensions based on satisfactory performance. The procurement process adhered to an open procedure as per the light touch regime outlined in The Public Contract Regulations 2015. This award was formally published on 4th April 2018, marking the completion of the procurement stage.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those with experience in customer-facing roles and operating in similar environments. Companies capable of delivering proactive security solutions within public spaces are well-suited to compete. The procurement may attract small and medium enterprises (SMEs), especially those looking to expand their client base in the public sector by offering tailored security services that enhance the customer experience in a civic setting.

## Notice

In September 2017 Newark & Sherwood District Council will re-locate to new build Offices & Civic Suite close to Newark town centre. A number of partners have committed to co-locate to the new offices including the DWP. In preparation for the move the Council is seeking to appoint a suitably competent and qualified provider of security services to primarily manage the safety and security of public areas within the new building and the external perimeter during business hours. The security staff will be known as Customer Support Assistants and will provide a proactive presence in all public facing areas including providing a positive initial reception to clients, directional guidance and information on relevant Council policies. Companies with a demonstrable track record of providing security staff with experience of operating in similar customer-focused 'front-of-house' environments are invited to apply. The Contract is for a period of 3 years with the option of a further two annual extensions, subject at all times to satisfactory on-going performance. This Procurement will adhere to the regulations pertaining to the light touch regime as set out in section 7 of The Public Contract Regulations 2015.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a2bada5-4b8a-4a75-a661-f2c21acdcd37 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Apr 2017 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2017 - 31 Aug 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £164,928 |
| 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 | NEWARK & SHERWOOD DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | NEWARK |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG23 5QX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF15 North Nottinghamshire |
| Local authority | Newark and Sherwood |
| Electoral ward | Trent |
| Westminster constituency | Newark |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FOREMOST SECURITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79710000 - Security services

## Release History

- 4 Apr 2018 at 10:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a2bada5-4b8a-4a75-a661-f2c21acdcd37

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a2bada5-4b8a-4a75-a661-f2c21acdcd37
  4th April 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- http://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=450f7d84-61f4-e611-80dd-005056b64545&p=527b4bbd-5c58-e511-80ef-000c29c9ba21
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## Notice URLs

- http://www.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk

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