Awarded without open competition
Awarded without open competition. The buyer went directly to one or a few suppliers instead of advertising the contract. Procurement rules allow this only in specific cases, such as extreme urgency, when only one supplier can do the work, or for call-offs from an existing framework.
Key facts
- Buyer
- Dorset Council · Regional or local authority
- Supplier
- MPD FM Ltd
- Value
- £339,600
- Procedure
- Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
- Sector
- Business services · Security services (CPV 79710000)
- Region
- South West
- Official notice
- 018606-2026 on Find a Tender
- Timeline
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- Contract date26 Feb 2026
- Published2 Mar 2026Published 4 days after the contract date
Description
• Hours of Cover - Security officers are required during existing library opening hours. Additional cover may be needed for events or higher risk periods as well as ad hoc keyholding requirements (unlock/lockup). • Site Arrangements - Services apply across both library buildings, covering internal and external patrols and customer facing areas. • Key Security Concerns - The service focuses on providing a visible presence, deterring and responding to anti social behaviour, supporting staff during incidents, and ensuring safe, welcoming environments for visitors. • Operational Priorities - Essential expectations include professionalism, customer service, safeguarding awareness, clear communication, timely incident reporting, and the ability to respond quickly in emergencies. • Service Requirements - Officers must be uniformed, SIA licensed, DBS checked, and trained in conflict resolution and safeguarding. Responsibilities include hourly patrols, incident response, liaison with emergency…
About the supplier
MPD FM Ltd: every public contract they have won, plus their Companies House record (company 04632279).