Manned Guarding Tenders
More and more organisations are looking to implement manned guarding in residential and commercial properties and local authority and other public buildings to ensure areas are as safe and secure as they can be. Every public and private sector body commissions security services.
If your organisation is looking for manned guarding tenders in the defence marketplace, Defence Contracts International publishes a range of manned guarding opportunities across the UK and internationally that your organisation can win.
Latest Manned Guarding Tenders
United Kingdom-Shrewsbury: RMCV 046 - Record Management Storage
In 2025, the Shropshire Council Records Management Service requires commercial records storage for around 35,000 boxes of semi-current modern records. These records are currently located in the basement of its former headquarters at Shirehall and must be removed during October 2025, date to be confirmed. This contract is to secure...
United Kingdom-Wellingborough: Framework for the Provision of Pensions Administration and Software Services
The Police Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire in partnership with Blue Light Commercial are looking to establish a framework for pension administration and software. It is intended that the framework will be divided into two lots 1. Pensions Administration and 2. Pensions Software. Final decisions around the formation of...
United Kingdom-London: Mobile Biometric Enrolment. Hardware and associate software.
The aim of the procurement is to procure a biometric enrolment solution that will contribute to making the UK safer. The use of biometric data is key to the proper functioning of the UK immigration system and aligns with the key Home Office strategies of protecting homeland security, attracting talent...
United Kingdom-Woodbridge: Temporary Accommodation Security Services
East Suffolk Council ("ESC") is seeking to procure a suitably experienced security company to provide security services for Temporary Accommodation units within Coppice Court, Britten Road, Lowestoft and 141 St Peters Street, Lowestoft to monitor the out of office hours, weekends and bank holidays. Duties and expectations would specifically require...
United Kingdom-London: Planned Procurement Notice - British Embassy and Ambassador’s Residence Works in Niamey, Niger
The scope of the project is to develop an existing site, leased by the FCDO, to accommodate the British Embassy and Ambassador’s Residence in Niamey, Niger. The existing site comprises of: - A large residential house and it is proposed that this building remains and is converted to form the...
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UK Manned Guarding Contracts
The UK remains a huge hub for manned guarding procurement, and it is a market available to all suppliers from around the world.
The UK is facing considerable security challenges in the present landscape. The UK national threat level (in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland) is currently ‘substantial’, which means a terrorist attack is likely. Organisations need to maintain vigilance by implementing appropriate safety and security measures where possible, which is why the role that defence procurement plays is crucial to future developments in this area.
The concerns around terrorism and cyber attacks are the key drivers for market growth. In 2018, the UK manned guarding market maintained value growth, rising 2.2% despite some difficult trading conditions, primarily due to Brexit uncertainty. However, the market is forecast to maintain growth over the next five years as the UK establishes its position outside Europe and sets further security strategies.
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What types of manned guarding contracts can my organisation find?
Manned security guards
One of the most popular types of security tenders, manned security guarding is commonly used by commercial clients and private customers. Manned guarding entails having security offers on hand to protect a property, premises or event from intruders. They also deal with loss prevention and provide protection against assault or violence, making decisions quick decisions during any incident in a way that electronic security cannot.
Any organisation around the world can require manned security guarding at any time, making it an attractive market for new and existing defence suppliers.
Traffic marshals and car park security
Officers are utilised to ensure the safe movement of vehicles around a site, allowing for constant smooth movement and reducing the risk of accidents. Traffic marshals and car park security are a popular option for large event venues, including corporate events and tourist attractions, to add an emotional human response to security measures. Car park security can also prevent theft and damage to vehicles through the use of static guarding, mobile patrols, CCTV monitoring and controlled access. Combining the use of traffic marshals with electronic security produces the safest results.
Mobile patrols
Similar to manned guarding, officers will patrol a commercial or private property in a security vehicle at specific times of day. This is a particularly effective method of security in larger locations and open spaces, where it is difficult to cover ground. Mobile patrols can dissuade thieves from breaking into or vandalising property, particularly as the appearance of a security vehicle is often unexpected.
We highlight other areas of manned guarding procurement your organisation may work in below.
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Within the manned security market, buyers want to work with defence suppliers that can offer the following services:
- Security guards
- Crowd management
- Event security stewards
- Canine services
- Training courses
- Close protection
- Surveillance
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