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Security Services

Cheshire College South and West · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 2 Oct 2026, 08:27.

Opportunity overview

Cheshire College South and West invites tenders from suitably qualified and experienced suppliers for the provision of comprehensive security services. The appointed contractor will be responsible for delivering an effective, efficient, and responsive security solution across all College campuses, including Crewe, Ellesmere Port, Chester, and Macclesfield. This will encompass the protection of campus grounds, buildings, and facilities, covering both internal and external areas. The College is committed to maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for all students, staff, and visitors. Security services are integral to supporting safeguarding responsibilities, protecting College assets, and ensuring operational resilience. The successful contractor will provide a professional, high-quality security service that aligns with and supports the College's pastoral safeguarding culture, while integrating effectively with its operational management structures

Classification

  • CPV79710000 — Security services

Lots

  • Lot 1£210k

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
ocds-h6vhtk-069369
Status
active
Procurement Method
selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Main Procurement Category
services
Above Threshold
Yes
How to submit
www.ccsw.ac.uk
Expression Of Interest Deadline
29 May 2026, 23:59

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Procedure

Features
Cheshire College South and West Competitive Flexible Procurement Procedure Pre-Procurement and Market Engagement The college will undertake market engagement this will determine the suitability of the tendering contractors we have choose 8 potential tendering contractors and asked them to submit an Expression of Interest the contractors will provide Expression of Interest Instructions Bidders are requested to submit a 3-page Expression of Interest document detailing their relevant experience of the provision of security services of a similar nature. Bidders are restricted to using a maximum font size of 10pt but can select their own font type. The Expression of Interest document will attract 100% of the totals scoring for this EOI stage and will be evaluated against the below scoring criteria. 9-10 The EOI response demonstrates an outstanding level of evidence of similar services. 7-8 The EOI response demonstrates a very good level of evidence of similar services. 5-6 The EOI response demonstrates a good level of evidence of similar services. 3-4 The EOI response demonstrates an average level of evidence of similar services. 0-2 The EOI response demonstrates a poor level of evidence of similar services. 2. Publication of Tender Notice The college publishes: A Tender Notice on My Tender which will detail the procurement documents conditions of participation award criteria procedure description which fully details the process, stages, scoring methodology in a fully transparent process Supplier Selection / Conditions of Participation Following the scoring of the EOI the tendering contractors will be required to submit a formal Invitation to Tender This stage assesses whether suppliers are capable and eligible. the college will check financial standing, technical capability experience and mandatory exclusions this will include pass/fail criteria, scored selection questions, minimum thresholds. Submission Stage Suppliers submit Technical proposals, pricing, implementation plans, responses to award criteria The college will evaluates against published criteria. Following the scoring which is undertaken the produce the top 4 contractors following a MET scoring regime Dialogue / Negotiation Stage The college will engage with the 4 contractors in a structured dialogue the contractors will present their bids and explain their methodology, to explore innovation, social value and the delivery model. Notes of each interview will be recorded for audit the contractors will all have an equal opportunity in their bid presentation. This will allow the college to reassess the MET criteria from the scoring of the submission Down-Selection The college will reduce the 4 contractors to 2 the reduction will be made on the reassessment and clarifications from the bid presentation the contractors will be advised of the reduction in numbers at each stage the top 2 contractors will be invited to Revised Tenders / BAFO Stage The college will invite revised tenders from the 2 remaining contractors to provide their final submission and Best and Final Offer Final Evaluation Final submissions are evaluated against published award criteria and scoring methodology the evaluation and award will be the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT) Contract Award Decision The college finalises moderation, records evaluation rationale, approves award recommendation and will issue assessment summaries, contract award notice and standstill notifications Tender Award Criteria Staffing (10%) Details of the training that will be undertaken for those staff on site with method of delivery, timescales and level of training to be provided. Details of levels of customer care accreditations achieved by staff. Full details regarding safeguarding and prevention processes and training provided must also be demonstrated. Question Weighting 40 Proposals for complying with DBS and SIA qualification requirements. Full details required on the supplier's vetting requirements, including but not limited to, the processes conducted, and the information provided to the client Question Weighting 30 Proposals for covering immediate absence and longer-term absence at this site demonstrating resources available ensuring the contract is fully staffed Question Weighting 30 Contract Management (50%) Proposed management and supervisory structure for this site, including but not limited to, the frequency of visits of the Contract Manager. Question Weighting 5 Proposals for measuring and reporting the contract performance to the Client. Auditing frequency must be detailed. Demonstration of KPI's to be used specific to this contract. Details regarding how the audits are conducted and the technology used to report auditing to the client. Question Weighting 10 Referencing your FE sector experience indicating institutions currently in contract requires minimum of 3 institutions with client feedback and company reference Tendering contractors will also need to provide a minimum of Five years FE sector experience. Question Weighting 80 Indicate your businesses social value policy and implementation plan for our contract Question Weighting 5 Service Delivery (10%) Proposed mobilisation plan and proposals for staff transfer, including but not limited to, timescales and responsibilities. Question Weighting 40 How does your proposal outline the introduction of modern technology solutions to enhance service delivery, improve accountability, and increase operational efficiency. By integrating advanced tools, particularly body-worn cameras to deliver a safer, more transparent, and data-driven service. Question Weighting 40 Assignment Instructions Proposals including but not limited to examples of 'typical' current instructions used on similar contracts. Question Weighting 20 Contract Price (30%) Contract Price based on the 3-year duration

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
allowed

Languages

en

Expected award period

Ends
14 Aug 2026, 23:59

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
252,000
Amount
210,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Contract Management
Description
Proposed management and supervisory structure for this site, including but not limited to, the frequency of visits of the Contract Manager. Question Weighting 5 Proposals for measuring and reporting the contract performance to the Client. Auditing frequency must be detailed. Demonstration of KPI's to be used specific to this contract. Details regarding how the audits are conducted and the technology used to report auditing to the client. Question Weighting 10 Referencing your FE sector experience indicating institutions currently in contract requires minimum of 3 institutions with client feedback and company reference Tendering contractors will also need to provide a minimum of Five years FE sector experience. Question Weighting 80 Indicate your businesses social value policy and implementation plan for our contract Question Weighting 5

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
50
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
price
Name
Contract Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Service Delivery
Description
Proposed mobilisation plan and proposals for staff transfer, including but not limited to, timescales and responsibilities. Question Weighting 40 How does your proposal outline the introduction of modern technology solutions to enhance service delivery, improve accountability, and increase operational efficiency. By integrating advanced tools, particularly body-worn cameras to deliver a safer, more transparent, and data-driven service. Question Weighting 40 Assignment Instructions Proposals including but not limited to examples of 'typical' current instructions used on similar contracts. Question Weighting 20

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Staffing
Description
Details of the training that will be undertaken for those staff on site with method of delivery, timescales and level of training to be provided. Details of levels of customer care accreditations achieved by staff. Full details regarding safeguarding and prevention processes and training provided must also be demonstrated. Question Weighting 40 Proposals for complying with DBS and SIA qualification requirements. Full details required on the supplier's vetting requirements, including but not limited to, the processes conducted, and the information provided to the client Question Weighting 30 Proposals for covering immediate absence and longer-term absence at this site demonstrating resources available ensuring the contract is fully staffed Question Weighting 30

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
technical
Description
SIA Membership
Criterion 2
Description
Suitably qualified security service providers. This information will be part of the expression of interest.
For Reduction
Yes

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Sept 2026, 00:00
Ends
31 Aug 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
31 Aug 2031, 23:59

Renewal

Description
Service can be extended for up to two years if appropriate.

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
79710000
Description
Security services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKC
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
UKD
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 3
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 4
Region
UKF
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 5
Region
UKG
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 6
Region
UKH
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 7
Region
UKI
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 8
Region
UKJ
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 9
Region
UKK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Entry 2
Id
041951-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
7 May 2026, 14:04
Format
text/html

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
Cheshire College South and West
Id
GB-UKPRN-10005972

Identifier

Scheme
GB-UKPRN
Id
10005972

Additional Identifiers

Entry 1
Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PNLX-2191-HXRT

Address

Street Address
Dane Bank Avenue
Locality
Crewe
Postal Code
CW2 8AB
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKD62

Contact

Name
Kyle Brick
Telephone
+447842428869

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment
Description
Public authority - sub-central government

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Crewe · UKD62 · CW2 8AB · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKC · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKD · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKE · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKF · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKG · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKH · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKI · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKJ · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKK · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

1 published notice version reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

1 VERSION
  1. 041951-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·