Award

Knife Detection Technology

HOME OFFICE

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

01 Oct 2024 at 12:44

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

17 Jun 2024 at 14:03

Tender Notice
TenderAmendment

17 Jun 2024 at 14:01

Tender Notice
Tender

17 Jun 2024 at 13:49

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office has awarded a contract for the development of Knife Detection Technology, with Iconal Technology Ltd selected as the supplier. This initiative, classified under the "Development of security equipment" category (CPV: 73421000), aims to create systems capable of automatically detecting knives concealed on a person from a distance, intended for use by police forces. The contract process follows the open procurement method and was conducted as an open procedure above the threshold. The tender was published on 17 June 2024, and the award was issued on 13 September 2024. The contract period spans from 1 October 2024 to 31 May 2025, with a total value of £382,300. The scope of delivery includes multiple regions, such as British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This procurement offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in security technology and innovation, particularly SMEs, as they are considered suitable for this contract. Companies with expertise in developing advanced detection systems and those capable of providing portable, robust solutions for law enforcement will find this tender particularly appealing. The contract's broad delivery scope highlights potential international expansion opportunities, making it ideal for firms looking to strengthen their market presence across various regions. The technological advancement fostered by this contract could lead to further collaboration with government agencies, enhancing the supplier's portfolio and reputation in the security sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Knife Detection Technology

Notice Description

To develop systems capable of automatically detecting knives concealed on a person, at a distance, to be used by police forces. The systems must be able to detect knives in the presence of commonly carried items, including but not limited to keys, wallets, mobile phones, and tablets. Systems can either be fixed during operation and capable of scanning a defined area (region) of space containing one or more subjects, or capable of being carried and operated by a single police officer for at least the duration of a shift

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5a8de054-a574-4a26-990c-69176bf03cc2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/840e933e-b897-4baf-8f6e-1adc0e1bb6e8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73421000 - Development of security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£382,300 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£382,300 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 31 May 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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICONAL TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

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