Gateway One Procurement Strategy
Kingston Council awarded the security guarding contract in October 2025, concluding its Gateway One procurement strategy.
Kingston Council awarded a security guarding contract in October 2025 to ensure the continuity of essential services. The Corporate and Resources Committee had delegated authority to the Executive Director of Place to endorse the award at a meeting in September 2025. This followed the evaluation of five compliant tenders based on quality and price.
The procurement process was initiated because the previous contract for security guarding services was due to end in November 2025. The Gateway One Procurement Strategy refers to Kingston Council's initial approach for securing this Manned Guarding Contract.
Key facts
- Kingston Council awarded a security guarding contract in October 2025. Source
- The Corporate and Resources Committee delegated authority for the contract award in September 2025. Source
- Five compliant tenders were received for the security guarding contract. Source
- Tenders were evaluated based on 60% quality and 40% price. Source
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