Top 5 Security and Guarding Frameworks in Public Sector

Public-sector frameworks across categories such as Security and Guarding represent some of the highest-value, most strategically important procurement routes in the UK. These frameworks give suppliers access to multi-year pipelines and trusted contracting pathways used by central government, local authorities, the NHS, education, housing, blue-light services and other public bodies.

Whether you specialise in estate services, technology, construction delivery, creative campaigns or software innovation, getting onto the right framework can significantly expand your public-sector footprint. But competition is intense, requirements are complex, and the bid documentation must be precise, compliant and compelling.

Tender Response helps suppliers navigate this process with confidence. We support organisations with bid readiness assessments, tender writing, compliance checks, evidence development and full submission management, ensuring you submit framework applications that score highly and stand out to evaluators.

TOP 5 SECURITY FRAMEWORKS

1. CCS Security Services (RM6089)

URL: https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6089
Description: National framework for guarding, mobile patrols, surveillance, event security, and protective services.

2. CCS Facilities Management & Security Services (RM6378)

URL: https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6378
Description: Integrated facilities management and security framework covering guarding, security systems, access control and estates services.

3. NHS SBS – Security Services Framework

URL: https://www.sbs.nhs.uk/services/frameworks
(Navigate to the Security Services category within the Estates & Facilities section)
Description: Security services for NHS and healthcare environments including guarding, monitoring and specialist healthcare security.

4. YPO Security Services & Solutions Framework

URL: https://www.ypo.co.uk
(Search “Security Services & Solutions” within their frameworks catalogue)
Description: Guarding, CCTV, access control, and integrated security solutions for public-sector buyers.

5. ESPO Security Services (Framework 628)

URL: https://www.espo.org
(Search “628 Security Services” in their frameworks directory)
Description: Static and mobile guarding, alarm response, monitoring and security system support.

If your organisation is preparing to bid for any major UK framework, whether in Security, Cleaning, FM, IT, Construction, Marketing, Software or AI, Tender Response is ready to support you. Our specialists help you choose the right lots, prepare winning responses, and build the evidence needed to secure your place.

Contact us today to begin preparing a high-scoring, compliant submission,
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