---
title: "DBS Services for Ofsted"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0320b8"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "OFSTED"
published: "2022-03-16"
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# DBS Services for Ofsted

Buyer: OFSTED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0320b8

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## Summary

The OFSTED organisation is seeking a supplier for "DBS Services" through an open procurement process aimed at securing a robust and economical DBS checking service. This tender, valued at £1.5 million, is currently active with a submission deadline set for 11 April 2022 at 14:00 BST. The project will involve the completion, validation, and countersigning of individual DBS disclosure applications, with the selected supplier also required to support applicants throughout the process. The delivery addresses for service provision are mainly within the UKD region, specifically Manchester, where Ofsted is headquartered.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the legal, consulting, or recruitment industries, particularly those specialising in DBS checks and background verification services. Companies that can demonstrate experience in providing secure, accurate, and timely checking services while supporting applicants through the necessary processes would be particularly competitive. As Ofsted’s role is crucial in safeguarding children and vulnerable groups, participating in this tender aligns with socially responsible business practices that contribute to community safety and welfare.

## Notice

Ofsted seek a supplier to provide a robust and economical DBS checking service. This will include the accurate completion, validation and countersigning of each individual's DBS disclosure application. The supplier will also be required to support individuals through the process and provide Ofsted with necessary information regarding the progress and outcome of a DBS check.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Ofsted provides assurance that individuals and organisations are suitable to care for, or be in regular contact with, children and young people. Our role is important therefore in ensuring children and young people are safe and protected. To this end, it is essential that DBS checks are carried out to the required standard and that any information resulting from a DBS check is passed to Ofsted without delay. Ofsted seek a supplier to provide a robust and economical DBS checking service. This will include the accurate completion, validation and countersigning of each individual's DBS disclosure application. The supplier will also be required to support individuals through the process and provide Ofsted with necessary information regarding the progress and outcome of a DBS check. Payments will be made between the supplier and the applicant.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007136-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | £1,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OFSTED |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 2WD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 16 Mar 2022 at 11:36 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007136-2022
- 11 Mar 2022 at 11:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006686-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/buyers/select/viewListStatus.html?id=674763408
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

## Provenance

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