Tender

Computer Tomography Cabin Baggage Screening System

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Tender

12 Jan 2022 at 09:42

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfT) is seeking to procure a Computer Tomography Cabin Baggage Screening System through an open tender process. This initiative falls under the goods category, specifically within research and development services related to transport services. The tender was published on 12 January 2022, with a deadline for submissions set for 10 February 2022, and the initial contract period is scheduled to commence on 28 February 2022, lasting until 31 March 2024. The system will be delivered to the DfT's address in London, SW1P 4DR, and aims to enhance security capabilities through the procurement of advanced detection technology.

This procurement offers valuable opportunities for businesses in the security equipment and technology sectors, particularly those focusing on innovative research and development solutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as their capabilities in manufacturing or installing explosive detection systems may align well with the DfT's requirements. Engaging with this project could help expand their market presence and showcase their products in a high-traffic domain, contributing to public safety initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Computer Tomography Cabin Baggage Screening System

Notice Description

The DfT carries out evaluations of commercially available security equipment testing automated detection capability against performance standards. As part of the continuing increase in security capability, the DfT are looking to purchase commercial equipment in support of its R&D program to assist in the speed of deployment of new algorithms and better systems. As part of that program the DfT Research, Analysis and Development (RAD) team are looking to purchase an explosive detection system for cabin baggage (EDSCB) computer tomography x-ray system. The scope of this work is for the purchase, delivery and installation of one standalone CT system with an EDSCB C3 approved algorithm and a functioning automated prohibited items capability (APIDS) algorithm. Additional information: please access the Invitation to Tender documentation via the Jaggaer platform https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html and search for ITT reference itt_696. If you are not currently registered on the DfT's Jaggaer platform, please register your organisation for an account as soon as possible in order to participate in the procurement exercise. Information on how to register is available on the Jaggaer homepage via the above link.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4b0b2477-b894-4fc9-bb4d-849668f93bc5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af70e132-84c3-4d65-bc4e-985934cbe875
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Feb 2022 - 31 Mar 2024 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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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