Security services

Tender description

Warwick District Council has initiated a re-procurement tender procedure for Cash Collection Services in accordance with European Community legislative requirements as implemented by the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The Service Provider will be required to perform regular and ad-hoc collections from the Council's named premises and car parks. The notes/coins and cheques will be required to be securely transported and deposited to the Council's bank accounts. In general the Contractor shall be responsible for all activities related to the cash collection function, Secure transport to counting location, bagging / storage, Safekeeping, secure transport and lodging of cash into Local Authorities' bank accounts, Reconciling audit tickets with cash counted, recorded and explaining differences. Tenders are invited for the supply of cash collection, cash delivery and cash in transit services for corporate sites and car parks in Warwick District. The contract will commence on 2.10.2016. The Contract shall be for 4 years with the option to extend for a further 2 years at the agreement of both parties and provided that the Council is satisfied with the performance of the Provider. Warwick District Council requires a Cash in Transit service as part of its overall banking strategy, to provide a high-quality, secure service for the collection and delivery of cash and payments across the council network to meet the Council's current and proposed needs which include: Enabling the Council to have its cash and payments collected and delivered in an effective and secure manner. Enabling the Council to safeguard the movement of funds in transit reducing the associated risks to both customers and staff. Enabling the Council to have accurate and timely management that allows good-quality data and financial reconciliation. Ensuring the Council secures value for money through effective use of this service.