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MEGRFI/01008 - Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) Vehicle Security Barriers RFI

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

22 Jun 2026 at 15:08

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Ministry of Defence aims to explore solutions for Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) through Vehicle Security Barriers (VSBs). This process is currently in the planning stage, classified under the industry category of crash barriers, road barriers, and safety barriers. The engagement end date is set for 7th July 2026. The procurement covers widely accessible regions including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and more. This Request for Information (RFI) primarily seeks insights from industry experts, with the anticipated contract spanning approximately 10 years, envisaging installations, maintenance, capability upgrades, and technology sustenance.

This RFI presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in security, infrastructure, and technology solutions, particularly those experienced in the deployment of safety and security barriers. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as their innovative approaches and specialised knowledge could greatly benefit the procurement's objectives. This open platform allows businesses to influence and shape future tender requirements by providing valuable feedback and insights into potential delivery constraints, aligning with the Ministry's objective to create robust and adaptive security measures.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MEGRFI/01008 - Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) Vehicle Security Barriers RFI

Notice Description

This is a Request for Information and not currently an opportunity to tender. The Authority is seeking to explore Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) solutions, specifically in the form of Vehicle Security Barriers (VSBs). This includes the potential establishment of a comprehensive through-life support including installations and maintenance contract, anticipated to span approximately 10 years, incorporating provisions for capability upgrades, technology refresh, and asset sustainment. The Authority welcomes input from subject matter experts and relevant suppliers to better understand the level of market interest and capability in delivering a requirement of this nature in the future. This also provides an opportunity for industry to offer feedback, highlight any concerns, and identify potential risks or constraints that may impact delivery. Please see documents attached on this notice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10e8d741-5c96-47ef-ac2c-74c43309be31
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

34928100 - Crash barriers

34928110 - Road barriers

34928300 - Safety barriers

45233280 - Erection of road-barriers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
7 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO2 8BY
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Further Information

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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