Scope
Description
1.0 Introduction
This document relates to the provision of Security Industry Authority (SIA) security training services to the University of Salford for a 24-month period commencing 01 February 2026.
2.0 Services to be provided
The company quoting for the work shall provide high-quality Security Industry Authority (SIA) training to University of Salford in-house security staff. A named individual will act as the single
point of contact for the duration of the project.
The services described within this document will be delivered using the expertise of the company and where applicable any approved, reputable third party whose services shall remain the full responsibility of the tendering company.
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) training required by the University of Salford will include the following (note that this list is not exhaustive):
▪ Level 2 Award in Door Supervision
▪ Level 2 Award in Door Supervision (Refresher)
▪ Level 2 Award in Public Space Surveillance (CCTV)
Please see document for full details.
Total value (estimated)
- £16,500 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 February 2026 to 2 February 2028
- 2 years, 2 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 75241000 - Public security services
- 79710000 - Security services
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Contract locations
- UKD3 - Greater Manchester
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
29 January 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
29 January 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Please contact Alan Cain a.r.cain@salford.ac.uk with your quotations and any correspondence.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
No
Award criteria
4.0 Evaluation
The University will be evaluating quotes based on a combination of price and demonstrable evidence of previous experience in the provision of the delivery of the security training services
listed in 2.0 (attached), within the context of a university environment.
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Documents
Associated tender documents
The provision of SIA Security Training Services to the University of Salford.pdf
Contracting authority
University of Salford
- Charity Commission (England and Wales): RC000666
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDHR-3751-QPQR
43 The Crescent
Salford
M5 4WT
United Kingdom
Region: UKD34 - Greater Manchester South West
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government