Manned Guarding Security Contract

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TheLaird

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One of the hardest parts about getting a new company up and running in South Wales, as a new Security Company is getting a contract.

Ten years ago, it was easy, and my old company were signing up at least 4 new clients every month, or the same client but a new site.

The Industry has been hit by mergers, and downsizing. Clients in the current econmomic climate seem to be reducing security not increasing it. There are lots of empty Construction Sites etc... :mad:

Its not financially viable to hire a BDM (Business Development Manager).
Sell2Wales is a very good site at showing what contracts are coming up.
However, if your not SIA Accredited, you can not tender for most contracts. Plus they want 3 years accounts.

However, I will keep trying. Just need that one small contract to start.!!!:D
 
Hi mate I'm living in South Wales and I've just read your thread. I'm just getting into the security wrold having just done my CPO course with Wilplan. I'm now waiting on my SIA licence to come through so I can start to send my CV out into the CP world. If your looking for people once you get your contract feel free to let me know.

Good luck mate.

JD
 
Thanks for supportive response, do you know anyone who needs a subcontractor,
I will carry out the work myself to start with?

Aye
Will
 
TheLaird said:
Thanks for supportive response, do you know anyone who needs a subcontractor,
I will carry out the work myself to start with?

Aye
Will
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FYI SIA ACS Companies can only subby out to other SIA ACS companies.
If, however, you are looking (as I believe you said ) at simply selling YOURSELF as a subby, then you would likely become an employee of that company. what advantage would that have in starting up your business.

If I can be of any assistance, please PM me.
Kindest regards, and good luck.

Clyde
 
TheLaird said:
Cyde I have already enrolled in the SIA Accredited CompanyScheme!! making steady progress.

Appreciate your input.
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it's called the Approved Contractor Scheme - handy if you get the name right before the Auditors come round to check :D:D:D

I AM of course taking the mickey. Good to hear another small company going for it. Who are you using for Accreditation?
 
NSI Passport Scheme - Do you think this is a good route mate for the
Approved Contractor Scheme!!! gawd knows why I keep thinking its Company
although like the sun crossword it fits!!! ah ha
 
TheLaird said:
One of the hardest parts about getting a new company up and running in South Wales, Company is getting that first contract.

Ten years ago, it was easy, and my old company were signing up at least 4 new clients every month, or the same client but a new site.

The Industry has been hit by mergers, and downsizing. Clients in the current econmomic climate seem to be reducing security not increasing it. There are lots of empty Construction Sites etc... :mad:

Its not financially viable to hire a BDM (Business Development Manager).
Sell2Wales is a very good site at showing what contracts are coming up.
However, if your not SIA Accredited, you can not tender for some contracts. Plus they want 3 years accounts.

However, I will keep trying. Just need that one small contract to start.!!!:D
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On reflection, if it was too easy, we would still have all the cowboys!!
 
valleyboy said:
TheLaird

Good luck mate keeping knocking on them doors you'll get a break sooner or later

Valleyboy
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Its true mate keep trying you will get a lucky break believe me.

We started in 2006 as a 'self employed partnership' had one site and some event work.

When you get your break its hard but rewarding.

We have now completed our first year of trading as a Ltd company.......and its still hard work, but also depends how much you put into it!!!

The ACS is a joke but your right most councils or NHS authority's wont touch you without it.

Good Luck
 
Thanks, I am in closing negotiations with a Construction Company, they have Projects in S Wales for the next three years... fingers crossed, Thanks for support it makes the significant difference, and I am chuffed ye(stet) are doing well.
Aye
 
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