---
title: "The provision of Security Industry Authority (SIA) security training services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060671"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD"
published: "2026-02-09"
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# The provision of Security Industry Authority (SIA) security training services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060671

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## Summary

The University of Salford has concluded a public procurement process for the provision of Security Industry Authority (SIA) security training services. The contract is focused on delivering comprehensive SIA training to university in-house security staff over a 24-month period. Located in Salford, UK, the University operates within the public authority sector as a sub-central government entity. The procurement was conducted through an open competition method, and the process has reached the award stage as of 9th February 2026, with a scheduled contract period from 9th February 2026 to 9th February 2028. The successful supplier for this contract is Capricorn Security Group Limited, based in Manchester. The contract, valued at £14,976, falls under the services category, specifically in training services.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the security and training industry. Companies capable of providing specialised training on security protocols, such as door supervision and CCTV operations, would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future, especially those with experience in an educational institution context. Additionally, engaging in such public procurement processes can enhance credibility and provide significant exposure within the public sector domain.

## Notice

The University of Salford is looking to source a supplier for the provision of Security Industry Authority (SIA) security training services to the University of Salford for a 24-month period commencing 01 February 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011330-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Feb 2026 - 9 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £16,500 |
| Lots value | £16,500 |
| Awards value | £14,976 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M5 4WT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAPRICORN SECURITY GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 75241000 - Public security services
- 79710000 - Security services
- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80500000 - Training services

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2026 at 12:03 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011330-2026
- 15 Jan 2026 at 11:08 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003402-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011330-2026
  9th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003402-2026
  15th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-10340

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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