Planning

Provision of a Command Incident Support Unit Software

BEDFORDSHIRE & LUTON FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE

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Planning

03 Jul 2020 at 12:39

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Bedfordshire & Luton Fire & Rescue Service is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the "Provision of a Command Incident Support Unit Software". This contract falls under the software package and information systems industry category and is set to facilitate the operational needs of the fire service. Interested suppliers must express their interest by 10th July 2020, as part of an early engagement notice published on 3rd July 2020. The software must be compatible with the current Panasonic CF33 Mobile Data Terminals and aligned with GDPR security guidelines, ensuring it operates effectively within the existing infrastructure.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for software development firms, particularly those with expertise in emergency services and incident management systems. Businesses that specialise in creating bespoke software solutions compatible with mobile data technology will find this tender particularly relevant. Additionally, companies that can demonstrate a track record of compliance with GDPR and the ability to provide ongoing maintenance and support stand to benefit from the contract, which is expected to span four years from award.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a Command Incident Support Unit Software

Notice Description

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Authority is seeking expressions of interest in the provision of a Command Incident Support Unit software package. The software would need to be compatible with our new Panasonic CF33 Mobile Data Terminals ('MDT') running windows 10 over 4G. Currently on the MDTs we are running the Airbus software "Safecommand" which we also run on our front mobilising MDT as well. The Authority is not looking to replace the mobilising software but instead is only focusing on the command support function and incident management as detailed below: Key Authority Requirements: - Configurable report for hot debriefs and also hand over for incident command. (iimarch format used) - Configurable report which can export all information for review. Link the report exports to Sphera cloud and BIT (Business Information) - Report for Med 22A referral report. Trim report. If not in to the system a way of exporting names possibly exposed so that things can then be inputted. - Occupational health referral reports for asbestos incidents, radiation and other toxic exposure forms for record. If not in to the system a way of exporting names possibly exposed so that things can then be inputted. - Automated report sent to dlists when certain criteria are meet. This would be customisable for different reports and different dlists. - Ability for Fire investigation to review the incident to aid with reports and investigation.(separate log in where MDT is not required) - Ability for Incident command to continue in final stages of incident once the ICU has been relieved. Similar to the start of an incident, where this continues on the MDT. - Once incident has been created this is shared across all systems so that no data is lost. - Should a crew be mobilised for a re-inspection under a different incident the information can be linked. This must include last area or a summary of what has happened as minimum. - Once information has been added to the system this will be stamped, any adjustments to this will be visible and record changes captured. - Ability to upload images in to the incident log( either via the MDT or in to a central location to add to this) - Must be compatible with the current MDTs and run on Windows 10 - The software will need to keep information stored for 7 years for audit purposes - The software will work in a way that the is no Speed and usability of the software - Must be compatible with current GDPR security guide lines. Additional information: The contract for the provision and maintenance of the Command Incident Support Unit Software will be for a period of four (4) years from contract signature. The Authority is keen to assess the level of market interest having full regard to the dependencies of the ICU software on existing hardware and software. Suppliers are invited to respond to this Early Engagement Notice for the purpose of expressing their interest. Once expressions of interest have been received, the Authority will engage with all interested parties for the purpose of exploring operational and financial characteristics, thus enabling the Authority to produce a Procurement Strategy for this requirement. Expressions of interest must be issued to the Authority by emailing the Procurement Team at procurement@bedsfire.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0c52af56-0d8e-4f27-b3c6-b495c717658f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d54cdff-f180-4092-9508-f066f41a11da
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

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
10 Jul 2020Expired
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
BEDFORDSHIRE & LUTON FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE
Contact Name
Elli Nikolaou
Contact Email
elli.nikolaou@bedsfire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORD
Postcode
MK42 7NR
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Kempston South
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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