Scope
Description
Bradford Council are looking to procure Security Provisions split into 4 lots covering the following commodity areas: Lot 1 Security Stewarding Guarding Theatres, Lot 2 Security Stewarding Guarding Services for Indoor/outdoor Events, Lot 3 Security Markets & Office Guarding and Ad-hoc requirements, Lot 4 Security Key Holding, Mobile Patrols & Response Contract term based on 2 + 2 + 1 years subject to performance.
To access the procurement documents please use the YORtender portal - reference no. 104215
Lot LOT-0001. Security Stewarding, Guarding Theatres - Lot
Description
Bradford Theatres requires the provision of a range of stewarding/security services for indoor events at all four of its entertainment venues. The range of services required include: Safety Stewards, SIA Licensed Guards, SIA Licensed Security, Front of Stage Pit Management and Pit Teams, SIA Supervisors and SIA Managers. It is expected the successful Supplier shall work with the Authority to adhere to the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 1 - also known as Martyn's Law which came into effect 04/04/2025. The services delivered under this contract are to be provided by experienced, fully trained staff in the services they are providing, and in accordance with the National Security Inspectorate (NSI) guidelines, BS 7858 (security screening of individuals employed in a security environment, and/or equivalent), BS 7499 Static Guarding. Contract value noted covers the estimated total contract value including extensions. Full Procurement Documentation may be accessed via YORtender - ref: 104215.
Lot LOT-0002. Security Stewarding, Guarding Ad-hoc Indoor and Outdoor Events - Lot 2
Description
The City of Bradford Metropolitan Council are seeking a contractor to provide Security Stewarding, Guarding Ad-hoc Indoor and Outdoor Events requirements to cover indoor and outdoor events and polling stations with the requirement fluctuating during the contract term. All security personnel must hold a valid in date Security Industry Authority (SIA) License Guards must be trained in Action Counter Terrorism (ACT) and See Check & Notify (SCaN) methodologies. Contract value noted covers the estimated total contract value including extensions. Full Procurement Documentation may be accessed via YORtender - ref: 104215.
Lot LOT-0003. Security Markets and Office Guarding & Ad-hoc Guarding - Lot 3
Description
The City of Bradford Metropolitan Council are seeking a contractor to deliver Security Guarding Service provisions covering Office and Market Security and additiona Ad-hoc requirements Contract value noted covers the estimated total contract value including extensions. Full Procurement Documentation may be accessed via YORtender - ref: 104215.
Contract 1. Security Stewarding, Guarding Theatres
Lots
Lot LOT-0001. Security Stewarding, Guarding Theatres - Lot
Supplier
Contract value
- £108,528 excluding VAT
- £135,660 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Award decision date
22 January 2026
Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers
23 January 2026
Earliest date the contract will be signed
13 February 2026
Contract dates (estimated)
- 16 February 2026 to 28 February 2028
- Possible extension to 27 February 2030
- 4 years, 12 days
Description of possible extension:
Option to extend twice: one (1) x 2 - year extension and one (1) x 1 - year extension, subject to performance and cost negotiation.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79710000 - Security services
Contract locations
- UKE41 - Bradford
Contract 2. Security Stewarding, Guarding Ad-hoc Indoor and Outdoor Events
Lots
Lot LOT-0002. Security Stewarding, Guarding Ad-hoc Indoor and Outdoor Events - Lot 2
Supplier
Contract value
- £223,440 excluding VAT
- £279,300 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Award decision date
22 January 2026
Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers
23 January 2026
Standstill period
- End: 3 February 2026
- 8 working days
Earliest date the contract will be signed
13 February 2026
Contract dates (estimated)
- 16 February 2026 to 28 February 2028
- Possible extension to 27 February 2030
- 4 years, 12 days
Description of possible extension:
Option to extend twice: one (1) x 2 - year extension and one (1) x 1 - year extension, subject to performance and cost negotiation.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79710000 - Security services
Contract locations
- UKE41 - Bradford
Contract 3. Security Markets and Office Guarding & Ad-hoc Guarding
Lots
Lot LOT-0003. Security Markets and Office Guarding & Ad-hoc Guarding - Lot 3
Supplier
Contract value
- £3,481,832 excluding VAT
- £4,352,290 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Award decision date
22 January 2026
Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers
23 January 2026
Standstill period
- End: 3 February 2026
- 8 working days
Earliest date the contract will be signed
13 February 2026
Contract dates (estimated)
- 16 February 2026 to 28 February 2028
- Possible extension to 27 February 2030
- 4 years, 12 days
Description of possible extension:
Option to extend twice: one (1) x 2 - year extension and one (1) x 1 - year extension, subject to performance and cost negotiation.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79710000 - Security services
Contract locations
- UKE41 - Bradford
Information about tenders
Lot LOT-0001. Security Stewarding, Guarding Theatres - Lot
- 17 tenders received
- 17 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 7 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 16 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Lot LOT-0002. Security Stewarding, Guarding Ad-hoc Indoor and Outdoor Events - Lot 2
- 17 tenders received
- 17 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 7 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 16 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Lot LOT-0003. Security Markets and Office Guarding & Ad-hoc Guarding - Lot 3
- 18 tenders received
- 18 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 7 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 17 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Lots that will not be awarded
Lot LOT-0004. Security Key Holding, Mobile Patrols and Response Services - Lot 4
Description
The City of Bradford Metropolitan Council are seeking a contractor to provide Security Services Provision covering Keyholding, Alarm Response and Mobile Patrols, the actual requirements may fluctuate during the contract term. All security personnel must hold a valid in date Security Industry Authority (SIA) License Guards must be trained in Action Counter Terrorism (ACT) and See Check & Notify (SCaN) methodologies. Contract value noted covers the estimated total contract value including extensions. Full Procurement Documentation may be accessed via YORtender - ref: 104215
CPV classifications
- 79710000 - Security services
Date of decision not to award
22 January 2026
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Suppliers
KINGS SECURITY LIMITED
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVRX-3468-YCDY
4 St. Dunstans Technology Park
Bradford
BD4 7HH
United Kingdom
Email: bids@kingsltd.co.uk
Website: http://www.kingsltd.co.uk
Region: UKE41 - Bradford
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 3. Security Markets and Office Guarding & Ad-hoc Guarding
LEON GUARDING & FM LIMITED
- Companies House: 10504476
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRPZ-9532-TDDX
The Apiary Suite, The Vintry, 53-63 Redbridge Lane East, Ilford, IG4 5EY
Ilford
IG4 5EY
United Kingdom
Email: support@leonguarding.co.uk
Website: http://www.leonguarding.co.uk
Region: UKI53 - Redbridge and Waltham Forest
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. Security Stewarding, Guarding Theatres
Contract 2. Security Stewarding, Guarding Ad-hoc Indoor and Outdoor Events
Contracting authority
City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBWW-4714-TBHN
City Hall, Centenary Square
Bradford
BD1 1HX
United Kingdom
Region: UKE41 - Bradford
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government