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title: "Provision of Security Services at Snowdown Colliery Site,"
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published: "2017-03-22"
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# Provision of Security Services at Snowdown Colliery Site,

Buyer: THE COAL AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ede6f554-5b68-45b0-9558-1b0a1be4a1c6

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## Summary

The Coal Authority is inviting tenders for the provision of security services at the Snowdown Colliery Site in Kent. The contract is set to commence on 1 April 2017, lasting 12 months with a potential extension of an additional year. The tender process is currently active, with submissions closing on 24 March 2017. The site, located approximately 1 km south-east of Aylesham, extends over 106 acres and aims to prevent unauthorised access, necessitating a dedicated security team. The procurement falls under public security services and is classified under the CPV code 75241000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) interested in security services. Companies with relevant expertise in managing security operations, particularly in large, derelict sites, will find this contract particularly suited to their capabilities. Engaging in this tender could enhance their portfolio and reputation within the public sector, fostering future growth within similar procurement opportunities.

## Notice

You are invited to submit a tender for a Contract covering the provision of Security Services at Snowdown Colliery Site, Kent commencing 1 April 2017 for a duration of 12 months terminating on 31 March 2018. The Authority reserves the right to extend the contract for a further maximum period of 12 months. Snowdown Colliery is situated approximately 1km south east of Aylesham, Kent and approximately 10km to the north west of Dover. The site extends to 106 acres, and comprises of a former colliery and large spoil tip. The colliery closed in 1989 and has remained unused and derelict since that time. The purpose of the contract is the provision of a security team; to discourage, and prevent unauthorised access to the site. To apply for this tender please see attached e-tendering guidance document.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0b52c3b-7841-4d01-8ed8-586302dec750 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE COAL AUTHORITY |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE, |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG18 4RG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF15 North Nottinghamshire |
| Local authority | Mansfield |
| Electoral ward | Berry Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Mansfield |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 75241000 - Public security services
- 79710000 - Security services

## Release History

- 22 Mar 2017 at 08:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0b52c3b-7841-4d01-8ed8-586302dec750
- 10 Mar 2017 at 12:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0b52c3b-7841-4d01-8ed8-586302dec750

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0b52c3b-7841-4d01-8ed8-586302dec750
  22nd March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ab6bb576-afb1-4333-8030-a1fa3f2169b0
  e-tendering portal guidance

## Notice URLs

- http://gov.uk/coalauthority

## Provenance

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