Security Guarding Services
Tender Overview
About this tender
The National Gallery of Australia is seeking security guarding services across multiple locations nationwide. Services typically encompass static guarding, access control, patrols, incident response, and visitor and staff safety support for a public-facing cultural venue. The tender is suited to NSW and ACT-based licensed security firms with experience in government and arts environments, including galleries and museums, with capability to provide 24/7 coverage if required.
Frequently asked questions
- Services typically include static guarding, access control, patrols, incident response, and visitor and staff safety support for a public-facing cultural venue.
- The National Gallery of Australia is the procuring agency for this tender.
- The tender reference number is NGA26-043.
- NSW and ACT-based licensed security firms with experience in government and arts environments, including galleries and museums, are likely to be suitable.
- Services are required across multiple locations including Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, Northern Territory, Australian Capital Territory, and Tasmania.
- The ability to provide 24/7 coverage if required is expected.
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