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MSA NXT-Detect ETD system - Annual maintenance contract

BIP Solutions Limited

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31 Oct 2024 at 08:13

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Summary of the contracting process

The Metropolitan Police Service's (MPS) Threat Mitigation Technologies department, through BIP Solutions Limited, has awarded a contract to Mass Spec Analytical Ltd for the annual maintenance of the MSA NXT-Detect Explosives Trace Detection (ETD) system. This award falls under the industry category of Security Equipment and involves a broad geographical scope including the United Kingdom and several British Overseas Territories. The procurement process, which followed a limited and competitive quotation method, was focused on obtaining technical services required for routine maintenance, nitrogen generator service, vacuum pump service, and expedited onsite repairs. The tender was concluded on 23 October 2024, with the contract commencing on 1 November 2024 and concluding on 31 October 2025. The contract's total value is £15,362.

This procurement opportunity offers significant business growth potential, particularly for SMEs with expertise in maintaining sophisticated security equipment. Businesses that excel in providing rapid and comprehensive technical support for critical infrastructure, especially in the field of explosive detection technology, would be well-suited to engage in and benefit from such contracts. Companies that demonstrate specialised knowledge and swift response capabilities will find lucrative opportunities in similar tenders announced by large public sector organisations like the MPS. As the demand for ongoing maintenance of security systems grows, businesses specialising in these areas can establish long-term relationships and position themselves as key service providers within this vital industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MSA NXT-Detect ETD system - Annual maintenance contract

Notice Description

The Threat Mitigation Technologies department within the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) provides technical advice and capabilities to a range of operational policing customer groups. One existing capability is the maintenance of Explosives Trace Detection (ETD) capabilities for various operational requirements and infrastructures. As such, a requirement has arisen for the annual maintenance contract for one MSA NXT-Detect ETD systems. The contract should include; One times Preventative maintenances visit Nitrogen generator service Vacuum pump service Onsite repairs within Three working days of call out, including engineers travel Any supplier responding to this opportunity must demonstrate that they have appropriate expertise and experience to complete this work successfully. Additional information: Electronic quotations must be emailed back to richard.warren2@met.police.uk no later than 16:00 on 23/10/2024 Any supplier responding to this opportunity must demonstrate that they have appropriate expertise and experience to complete this work successfully. The quotations should include all the points detailed in this request for quotation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-405da297-6904-4cdc-b113-68eb19f8f1ed
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe20605b-d50d-447b-9a7c-88139df31ac5
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below 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

35121000 - Security equipment

73421000 - Development of security equipment

73431000 - Test and evaluation of security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,362 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BIP Solutions Limited
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LILLIE ROAD
Postcode
SW6 1TR
Postcode Area
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Hammersmith and Fulham
Electoral Ward
West Kensington
Westminster Constituency
Chelsea and Fulham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Mass Spec Analytical Ltd

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