Scope
Description
Boston Borough Council (BBC) are seeking a suitably qualified company to undertake security provisions at a number of scheduled events. The two known events currently are the annual Christmas Market from Friday 28th November - Sunday 30th November 2025 and the annual May Fair, taking place on Saturday 2nd May - Saturday 9th May 2026 (Security coverage will also include Thursday 31st April and Saturday 9th May PM for fair build and takedown). Please note, other events may be scheduled throughout the term of the contract, so coverage will be required. Notice will be given in advance of any events scheduled.
Total value (estimated)
- £100,000 excluding VAT
- £120,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 17 November 2025 to 16 November 2028
- Possible extension to 16 November 2029
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
1 year extension option.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 75241000 - Public security services
- 79710000 - Security services
Submission
Enquiry deadline
16 September 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
24 September 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
To view this contract opportunity, prospective suppliers must first register on the PSPS electronic tendering portal http://in-tendhost.co.uk/pspslprocurement/aspx/Home
From here you will be able to find full instructions on how to view and upload all associated tender documentation as well as ask clarification questions. All tender returns must be sent via the In-Tend system.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Quality = 50%
Price = 40%
Social Value = 10%
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Boston Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PZXD-7844-RWJG
Municipal Buildings
Boston
PE21 8QR
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@pspsl.co.uk
Region: UKF30 - Lincolnshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Other organisation
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
Public Sector Partnership Services Ltd
Summary of their role in this procurement: Procurement Services
- Companies House: 07289357
2 New Bailey, 6 Stanley Street
Salford
M3 5GS
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@pspsl.co.uk
Region: UKD34 - Greater Manchester South West