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Security Equipment Items for Aviation and Maritime

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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12 May 2026 at 11:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) in England has completed the procurement process for supplying security equipment items for aviation and maritime sectors. This tender falls under the industry category of security equipment, with a classification code of CPV 35121000. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, above threshold, with the tender process concluding on 20th September 2024. The contract was awarded to DSA Detection LLC, a large supplier, on 31st March 2026, and it is valued at £250,000. The contract period spans from 9th March 2026 to 8th March 2028, covering locations across the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the rest of the world.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the security equipment industry, particularly those equipped to handle international delivery across diverse regions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are considered suitable for such contracts, enhancing accessibility for a broader range of businesses. Companies specialising in cutting-edge security technologies and international logistics stand to benefit, fostering growth and expansion in both domestic and global markets.

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Notice Title

Security Equipment Items for Aviation and Maritime

Notice Description

Security Equipment Items for Aviation and Maritime

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74b07b10-e679-4de9-abc9-157ac5a6f3d7
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35121000 - Security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 8 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DSA DETECTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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