- Lot LOT-0001. Security Stewarding, Guarding Theatres - Lot
- Lot LOT-0002. Security Stewarding, Guarding Ad-hoc Indoor and Outdoor Events - Lot 2
- Lot LOT-0003. Security Markets and Office Guarding & Ad-hoc Guarding - Lot 3
- Lot LOT-0004. Security Key Holding, Mobile Patrols and Response Services - Lot 4
Scope
Reference
CBMC-PTR-205-2025-26
Description
Bradford Council are lookig to procure Security Provisions split into 4 lots covering the following commodity areas: Lot 1 Security Stewarding Guarding Theatres, Lot 2 Secuirty Stewarding Guarding Services for Indoor/outdoor Events, Lot 3 Security Markets & Office Guarding and Adhoc requirements, Lot 4 Security Key Holding, Moblie 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
Total value (estimated)
- £6,071,166.67 excluding VAT
- £7,285,400 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79710000 - Security services
Contract locations
- UKE41 - Bradford
Not the same for all lots
Contract dates are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
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 value (estimated)
- £381,250 excluding VAT
- £457,500 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 2 February 2026 to 1 February 2028
- Possible extension to 1 February 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
4.1 It is anticipated that the contract will be for a total contract period of 5 years including extensions, this is based on an initial 2-year term with the option to extend the contract twice based on 1 x 2-year extension period and 1 x 1-year extension period for each Lot, subject to performance and negotiation of costs. The initial contact period shall be a firm cost.
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract locations are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
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 value (estimated)
- £679,166.67 excluding VAT
- £815,000 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 2 February 2026 to 1 February 2028
- Possible extension to 1 February 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
It is anticipated that the contract will be for a total contract period of 5 years including extensions, this is based on an initial 2-year term with the option to extend the contract twice based on 1 x 2-year extension period and 1 x 1-year extension period for each Lot, subject to performance and negotiation of costs. The initial contact period shall be a firm cost.
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract locations are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
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.
Lot value (estimated)
- £4,692,000 excluding VAT
- £5,630,400 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 2 February 2026 to 1 February 2028
- Possible extension to 1 February 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
It is anticipated that the contract will be for a total contract period of 5 years including extensions, this is based on an initial 2-year term with the option to extend the contract twice based on 1 x 2-year extension period and 1 x 1-year extension period for each Lot, subject to performance and negotiation of costs. The initial contact period shall be a firm cost.
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract locations are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
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
Lot value (estimated)
- £318,750 excluding VAT
- £382,500 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 2 February 2026 to 1 February 2028
- Possible extension to 1 February 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
It is anticipated that the contract will be for a total contract period of 5 years including extensions, this is based on an initial 2-year term with the option to extend the contract twice based on 1 x 2-year extension period and 1 x 1-year extension period for each Lot, subject to performance and negotiation of costs. The initial contact period shall be a firm cost.
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract locations are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot LOT-0001. Security Stewarding, Guarding Theatres - Lot
Lot LOT-0002. Security Stewarding, Guarding Ad-hoc Indoor and Outdoor Events - Lot 2
Lot LOT-0003. Security Markets and Office Guarding & Ad-hoc Guarding - Lot 3
Lot LOT-0004. Security Key Holding, Mobile Patrols and Response Services - Lot 4
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
10 November 2025, 10:00am
Tender submission deadline
10 November 2025, 10:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
15 December 2025
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 2 October 2030
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Price | 50% |
| Quality | Quality | 40% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
Other information
Payment terms
As the contract terms
Description of risks to contract performance
Contract KPI adherence
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
A Market Engagement was held on the 21st of January 2025, to assist with the development of the specification and lots. Access to the presentation, questions and answers can be located within the YoRtender Portal, Pre Market Engagement event reference number 94144 Security Services
Contracting authority
City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBWW-4714-TBHN
Britannia House, Hall Ings
Bradford
BD1 1HX
United Kingdom
Contact name: Julie Jenkins
Telephone: +44 07483970034
Email: julie.jenkins@bradford.gov.uk
Website: https://www.bradford.gov.uk/
Region: UKE41 - Bradford
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government