Tender

Procurement of an integrated outbound security solution (ATRS, EDS C3 Cabin Baggage CT & CIP)

MANCHESTER AIRPORT GROUP

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

29 Nov 2021 at 16:13

Planning

26 Oct 2021 at 12:42

Summary of the contracting process

The Manchester Airport Group (MAG) is seeking to procure an integrated outbound security solution, which includes an Automated Tray Return System (ATRS), an EDS C3 CT Scanner, and a Central Image Processing system. This procurement, valued at approximately £80 million, is currently in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 3rd January 2022. The successful bid will be responsible for delivering the solution across multiple airports under MAG's management, located in the North West and East Midlands of England. The contract term is initially five years, with the potential for a three-year extension, commencing on 17th October 2022. The procurement method applied is a selective procedure, employing competitive dialogue to identify the best bid for this requirement.

This opportunity presents significant prospects for businesses specialising in security equipment, particularly those experienced in integrating complex systems within airport environments. Companies capable of showcasing robust technological solutions and proven maintenance capabilities will be well-positioned to compete, especially those that can rapidly deploy systems for a two-month Proof of Concept trial at Stansted Airport as part of the bidding process. The tender not only opens doors for large-scale contracts but also encourages innovation within the security sector, thus benefiting firms engaged in related engineering, manufacturing, and support services.

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Notice Title

Procurement of an integrated outbound security solution (ATRS, EDS C3 Cabin Baggage CT & CIP)

Notice Description

Manchester Airport Group (MAG) is intending to purchase an end-to-end security screening solution for passenger and staff cabin baggage (the Solution) in order to comply with the Department for Transports Future Security Regulations (the Regulations) which are due to come into force by June 2024. The Solution must consist of the following fully integrated equipment: - Automated Tray Return System (ATRS) - EDS C3 CB CT X-Ray Scanner (CT) - Central Image Processing Capability (CIP) MAG will be leading this procurement process but the Solution will be delivered to its subsidiaries, Manchester Airport, Stanstead Airport and East Midlands Airport (and potentially any other airports subsequently acquired by MAG) over the contract period. MAG is intending to replace the majority of its existing ATRS, X-ray and CIP solutions across Manchester Airport, Stansted Airport and East Midlands Airport. Currently, there are 76 systems planned for replacement with up to 114 systems over the term of the Contract (whether during the initial 5 year period or the extended period of up to 3 years). Each subsidiary shall call-off the implementation of the Solution during the course of the contract. The intended term of the contract will be for an initial period of 5 years with an option to extend by up to a further 3 years. MAG is considering various options for maintenance, including outsources and insourced maintenance models. It is currently expected that initially for up to the first 12 months from the installation of the Solution at each airport, the preferred supplier shall provide all planned and unplanned maintenance of the Solution and training to MAG engineers and IT teams to allow them to take over subsequent maintenance requirements. The final maintenance model option will be confirmed at the Invitation to Tender stage. Bidders should note that the final stage of the tender process will include a Proof of Concept (PoC) which will be conducted by the highest scoring bidder (Preferred Bidder) only prior to contract award. For the avoidance of doubt the PoC will be carried out by the Preferred Bidder's at its sole cost. The PoC Trial will require the Preferred Bidder to install two full systems in parallel (ATRS, CT & CIP) at Stansted Airport for a PoC Trial period. MAG's current predictions in terms of the length, timing and period of the PoC Trial is set out on an indicative basis under the Selection Questionnaire however those dates may be subject to change. The PoC Trial will be used to validate that the Preferred Bidders Solution meets MAG's technical requirements and matches the bidders tendered performance characteristics. The PoC Trial evaluation methodology will be set out within the Invitation to Tender. Additional information: To participate in this procurement process, please contact Scott.Hawley@manairport.co.uk. If you do not receive a reply, please contact Paul.Morrison@magairports.com

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-38fff29f-d9e8-4556-9eb7-0e25afc991e6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6016d745-274e-41b0-8ce4-787676d9fb48
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive dialogue (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

42 - Industrial machinery

48 - Software package and information systems

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

34960000 - Airport equipment

35121000 - Security equipment

38546000 - Explosives detection system

42417200 - Conveyors

48328000 - Image-processing software package

50610000 - Repair and maintenance services of security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
18 Nov 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Oct 2022 - 16 Oct 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MANCHESTER AIRPORT GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M90 1QX
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLI London

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Woodhouse Park
Westminster Constituency
Wythenshawe and Sale East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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