---
title: "Provision of Lone Worker Protection Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000638906"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000638906.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FALKIRK COUNCIL"
published: "2020-12-11"
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# Provision of Lone Worker Protection Services

Buyer: FALKIRK COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000638906

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Provision of Lone Worker Protection Services" was completed by Falkirk Council, a local authority based in Falkirk, UK. This project falls under the health and safety services industry, with an emphasis on addressing the increased demand for lone worker solutions due to COVID-19 guidelines. The procurement was conducted through an open method, with the contract signed on 10 December 2020, and has a total value of £240,000. The associated delivery addresses are located within the Falkirk region, and the awarding supplier for this contract is Skyguard Ltd.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in safety and technology solutions, particularly those offering services related to lone worker protection. With the rising emphasis on health and safety, businesses that can provide effective monitoring and communication technologies for individuals working alone would be well-suited to respond to similar future solicitations. The procurement also indicates a growing investment by local authorities in health-focused services, creating avenues for companies to engage in the public sector and expand their footprint in the market.

## Notice

The demand and necessity for a lone worker solution increased following SG guidance where only one emlpoyee (and not the previous two) can perform home visits, due to the COVID-19 situation and the need to follow physical distancing guidelines.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Following an assessment of the various options available and on reviewing the pricing structures presented under the framework, it was determined that the best value option available to the Council would be to utilise the chosen solution and ensure that all lone workers in the Council were equipped with the same device

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC402009 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £240,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FALKIRK COUNCIL |
| Locality | FALKIRK |
| Post town | Falkirk and Stirling |
| Postcode | FK1 5RS |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM12 Falkirk |
| Local authority | Falkirk |
| Electoral ward | Falkirk South |
| Westminster constituency | Falkirk |
| Delivery location | TLM76 Falkirk |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SKYGUARD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71317200 - Health and safety services

## Release History

- 11 Dec 2020 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC402009

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC402009
  Provision of Lone Worker Protection Services - The demand and necessity for a lone worker solution increased following SG guidance where only one emlpoyee (and not the previous two) can perform home visits, due to the COVID-19 situation and the need to follow physical distancing guidelines.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.falkirk.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000638906

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