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title: "UKRI - FM20132 - ATC Security Manned Guarding"
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# UKRI - FM20132 - ATC Security Manned Guarding

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d40495f1-2136-446e-85fb-842e55c7ed16

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited, involves the tender titled "UKRI - FM20132 - ATC Security Manned Guarding." This requirement falls under the security services industry category and is located at the UK Astronomy Technology Centre in Edinburgh (postal code EH9 3HJ). The procurement method used is an open procedure, and the tender stage is active with bids accepted until 4th August 2020 at 11:00. The contract period commences on 27th August 2020 and will last until 26th August 2024, with a contract value of £80,000.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the security services sector, particularly for those that specialise in manned guarding and related services. Given that the contract requires service provision 365 days a year, companies with the capacity to deliver comprehensive and reliable security solutions are well-suited to compete. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the contract is open to SMEs, allowing them to expand their portfolio and foster growth through public sector contracts.

## Notice

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Tuesday 4th August 2020 at 11:00 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement The UK Astronomy Technology Centre, Blackford Hill, Edinburgh, EH9 3HJ has a requirement for the provision of security services. The service provider's employee/s will be expected to perform a range of security duties with the aim of protecting the Science and Technology Facilities Council staff, assets and visitors by providing guarding services. These services are to be provided 365 days per year. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Document Uploads tab within the Delta eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria set out in the ITQ document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com and the follow the instructions to 'Login' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: 46XM5JF2YS Please disregard any content in this notice that requests your organisation "to apply directly to the buyer" as this unfortunately a system generated error, that is outside of the Contracting Authorities control. Additional information: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, for procurement values that exceed Regulation 5 (Threshold amounts) Responses must be received by the date in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered further for this opportunity. As a user of the Delta eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Delta messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific tender event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these messages on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. The contracting authority expressly reserves the right: i. not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice;and ii. to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; and in no circumstances will the contracting authority be liable for any costs incurred by any supplier. If the contracting authority decides to enter into a contract with the successful supplier, this does not mean that there is any guarantee of subsequent contracts being awarded. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of bidders. About UK Shared Business Services UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) brings a commercial attitude to the public sector; helping our contracting authorities to improve efficiency, generate savings and modernise. Where UK SBS is not named as the Contracting Authority within the documentation, UK SBS will be acting as an agent on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Our broad range of expert services is shared by our customers. This allows our customers the freedom to focus resources on core activities; innovating and transforming their own organisations. For full details of our partner base please review the following link: http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5299000-2276-45e6-8870-3c760406ddc3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Sep 2020 |
| Contract period | 22 Sep 2020 - 22 Sep 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £69,367 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79710000 - Security services

## Release History

- 25 Oct 2020 at 15:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5299000-2276-45e6-8870-3c760406ddc3
- 14 Jul 2020 at 16:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4885ec1b-f180-4607-8d1d-8fd54f11ba4c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5299000-2276-45e6-8870-3c760406ddc3
  25th October 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4885ec1b-f180-4607-8d1d-8fd54f11ba4c
  14th July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1a0db9c9-73a9-4598-bac8-af13622ce272
  FM20132 - ATC Security Manned Guarding Invitation to Quote (ITQ)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1808bd62-9e7f-4c0c-aa37-cebfe2dd9bb3
  FM20132 - ATC Security Manned Guarding - Invitation to Quote Questions (ITQQ)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/81c7a6bc-f927-4c2b-99cc-ac94386c9998
  AW4.1 UKRI Precedent Supplies Services Contract (Low Value) FM20132
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/84e3cfde-4d1f-4307-a90d-a5c7d238c73c
  isupplier Fact Sheet
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2dbb2c8a-4cc8-4694-95c8-d6d008daa73f
  FM20132 - AW5.2 Price Schedule
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a8d720e9-568a-454a-b372-1932bee32879
  Appendix A
- https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com
  Delta eSourcing Portal

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk
- http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx

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