---
title: "UCG - PROVISION OF SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e08b"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNITED COLLEGES GROUP"
published: "2025-11-13"
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# UCG - PROVISION OF SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES

Buyer: UNITED COLLEGES GROUP  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e08b

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## Summary

The United Colleges Group is seeking to procure security guarding services for all its campuses in London, United Kingdom. This procurement, titled "UCG - PROVISION OF SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES," falls under the services category with a focus on security services. The contracting process is currently at the tender stage and uses an open procedure described as a competitive flexible procedure. Interested parties must complete submissions by 8th December 2025, with the enquiry period ending on 3rd December 2025. The anticipated award period is set to conclude by 1st August 2026, and the contract will be in effect from 1st August 2026 through to 31st July 2029, with potential extensions available. The total estimated value of the contract is £7,800,000, with a base value of £6,500,000.

This tender offers lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those with experience in managing contracts of a similar scope and scale. The project is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, with requirements for business quality standards and relevant accreditations. Companies interested in expanding their portfolio in public sector contracts or those looking to strengthen their position in the security services market will find this an attractive opportunity. Participation in this tender process could enhance a business's reputation and provide a stable revenue stream over the multi-year contract period. Successful bidders will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of a significant educational institution, making it an ideal opportunity for experienced service providers.

## Notice

PROVISION OF GUARDING SECURITY SERVICES FOR UNITED COLLEGES GROUP ON SITE AT ALL CAMPUSES

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073581-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,500,000 |
| Lots value | £6,500,000 |
| 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 | UNITED COLLEGES GROUP |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | West London |
| Postcode | W2 1NB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Little Venice |
| Westminster constituency | Queen's Park and Maida Vale |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79710000 - Security services

## Release History

- 13 Nov 2025 at 14:15 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073581-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073581-2025
  13th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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