Provision of Security Services to Designated Accommodation Sites

Description

Cornwall Council is seeking a qualified and trauma-informed security provider to deliver professional security services across designated supported accommodation schemes for individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of rough sleeping. The successful supplier will provide static and mobile patrols, incident response, and emergency management across multiple sites in Cornwall. Services will be delivered by SIA-licensed personnel with enhanced DBS checks, working in collaboration with housing support teams and site managers to ensure the safety of service users, staff, and the wider community. This procurement is being conducted under the Light Touch Regime in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, allowing procedural flexibility while maintaining transparency and equal treatment. The contract will run for an initial term of three (3) years, with an option to extend for a further three (3) years, offering a maximum potential duration of six (6) years.