Award of DBS Checks and Related Services to Essex County Council by Royal Berkshire Fire Authority
Royal Berkshire Fire Authority · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of DBS Checks and Related Services to Essex County Council by Royal Berkshire Fire Authority
Awarded 11 Sep 2023
Awarded11 Sep 2023
Value£50,000.00
SupplierEssex County Council
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryPublic Safety & Security
Ended 2mo ago3y term
Awarded 11 Sept 2023Expired 10 Sept 2026
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Royal Berkshire Fire Authority awarded a contract to Essex County Council for DBS checks and related services.
The contract, valued at £50,000, was awarded following a three-quote process with price-only evaluation.
This procurement supports the Authority's compliance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) amendment, effective 6 July 2023, which enables Fire and Rescue Authorities to perform Standard level DBS checks as a minimum for all staff, volunteers, and representatives, subject to eligibility for Enhanced checks.
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