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title: "Independent Security Consultants"
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# Independent Security Consultants

Buyer: THE ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f5ae8a85-5db5-4d2e-a7d8-694e37499234

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## Summary

The Arts Council England is currently seeking independent security consultants to ensure that Government Indemnity objects are managed securely, adhering to specified transport and security conditions. The tender, identified as "Independent Security Consultants", falls under the services category, specifically related to security and defence equipment. The procurement process is at the Tender stage, with bids due by 13th March 2017. The contract starts on 13th April 2017 and will run until 31st March 2018, with a maximum contract value of £2,700,000, including VAT, and a minimum value of £1.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). With the procurement method being selective and the procedure accelerated, eligible businesses can gain competitive advantages through timely and strategic bids. Those experienced in risk assessment and facility security management will find this tender particularly aligned with their capabilities, enabling them to expand their portfolio within the public sector.

## Notice

The aim of this work is to ensure that objects to be covered by Government Indemnity are looked after in a suitable, safe and secure way to comply with the Security and Transport Conditions set out in Annex D and E of the scheme Guidelines. The assessment of venues minimises the risk of claims under the Scheme by ensuring adequate and appropriate safeguards are (or will be) in place. Additional information: Documents are available via the Bravo Solutions e-tendering platform. URL given below. All bids must be submitted through this portal. Maximum contract value excludes VAT. The maximum contract value including VAT must not exceed PS2,700,000

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c105634-0689-4854-8a15-2a573bbbb475 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Accelerated negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Apr 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| 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 ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B1 2LH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

## Release History

- 23 Feb 2017 at 09:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c105634-0689-4854-8a15-2a573bbbb475

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c105634-0689-4854-8a15-2a573bbbb475
  23rd February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.localgovsourcing.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

## Notice URLs

- http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/

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