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DfT Provision of Inert Threat Items, Under-Vehicle Inspection Mirrors, Test Pieces, and X-ray Security Trays

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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20 Aug 2024 at 14:56

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfT) is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of inert threat items, under-vehicle inspection mirrors, standard test pieces, and X-ray security trays aimed at enhancing aviation and maritime security operations overseas. This procurement falls under the emergency and security equipment industry category, with services to be deployed in locations such as British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and the Rest of the World. The open procedure tender, identified as "tender_459249/1396934", will close on 20th September 2024, and the contract period is set from 18th October 2024 to 17th October 2027. Businesses have until the closing date to submit their proposals via the Jaggaer platform.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in security equipment. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, given the procurement's suitability for smaller enterprises. Industry players with expertise in manufacturing and supplying security devices and testing equipment will find this an excellent opportunity to expand their market presence on a global scale due to the international delivery requirements. Engaging in this contract could mean establishing a long-term relationship with the DfT, offering stability and growth potential informed by a substantial three-year contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DfT Provision of Inert Threat Items, Under-Vehicle Inspection Mirrors, Test Pieces, and X-ray Security Trays

Notice Description

The Department for Transport (DfT) invites proposals for the supply of inert threat items, under-vehicle inspection mirrors, standard test pieces (for X-Ray screening and walk through metal detectors) and X-ray security trays for aviation and maritime security operations overseas. The DfT will award one Call-Off contract to one Supplier to undertake the provision of inert threat items, under-vehicle inspection mirrors, test pieces, and x-ray security trays for aviation and maritime security operations overseas. Please access the Invitation to Tender documentation via the Jaggaer platform https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html. Search for 'tender_6214 - Security Equipment Items for Aviation and Maritime Security Operations Overseas' should you wish to participate in this opportunity. If you are not currently registered on the DfT's Jaggaer platform, please register your organisation for an account.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-10e44189-0f29-44f4-9ba8-be3ff3f6eaff
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bccfbd1d-5c57-4a35-b7b1-68516460ef91
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

35100000 - Emergency and security equipment

35121000 - Security equipment

73431000 - Test and evaluation of security equipment

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Oct 2024 - 17 Oct 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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