--- title: "Security Services (including Key holding, intruder alarm, manned guarding, lone working)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a048" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05a048" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05a048.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05a048.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)" published: "2026-03-09" --- # Security Services (including Key holding, intruder alarm, manned guarding, lone working) Buyer: GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC) Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a048 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05a048) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05a048.json) ## Summary The General Medical Council (GMC), a sub-central government public authority based in Manchester, UK, has concluded a contracting process for the provision of security services. This process, identified by reference number GMC2072, includes key holding, intruder alarm services, manned guarding, and lone working protection. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, which commenced with a tender period ending on 28th October 2025, followed by the awarding stage completed on 18th December 2025. The current contractual phase is active as of 1st March 2026 and spans until 2029, with potential renewal extending into 2030. The awarded contract, valued at £550,000 gross, involves services across multiple UK locations and adheres to relevant legal and information security standards. This tender offers considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those proficient in complex guarding arrangements and compliance with data protection standards. SMEs stand well-positioned to compete, as illustrated by Delta Force Group Ltd, an SME supplier, securing the award. Business expansion within this industry can be achieved by providing high-quality security solutions tailored to safeguard staff and visitors efficiently. Firms focusing on technological innovation and scalable operations for intruder alarms and lone worker safety systems could leverage such contracts for growth. The open procurement framework facilitates diverse participation, potentially increasing market presence for skilled service providers. ## Notice The GMC employs some 1400 staff, the majority working out of offices in Manchester and London, with small teams based in our premises in Belfast, Cardiff and Edinburgh. There are around 90 staff who are home based and visit external organisations and venues. Our existing security systems and process are designed to ensure the physical safety of staff and visitors and to ensure that the organisation complies with the data protections and information security standards resulting from out ISO27001 registration. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020979-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 28 Oct 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 2 Dec 2025 | | Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £458,333 | | Lots value | £458,333 | | Awards value | £458,333 | | Contracts value | £458,333 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC) | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M3 3AW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Deansgate | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | DELTA FORCE GROUP | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79713000 - Guard services ## Release History - 9 Mar 2026 at 15:07 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020979-2026 - 18 Dec 2025 at 14:59 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084491-2025 - 23 Sep 2025 at 13:54 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058949-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020979-2026 9th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084491-2025 18th December 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058949-2025 23rd September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=613604 ITT - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=613605 T&Cs - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=613606 IS Questionnaire - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=613607 Financial Proposal - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=613608 Tender guide - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=613609 Raising concerns policy ## Notice URLs - http://www.gmc-uk.org - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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