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Knife Detection Technology

HOME OFFICE

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01 Oct 2024 at 12:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office, based in London, has completed a procurement process for the development of knife detection technology, crucial for police operations. With a project value of £493,934.10, this tender falls under the industry category of 'Development of security equipment' (CPV code: 73421000). The contract was awarded to Vizgard Ltd, also based in London, with the contract period running from 1 October 2024 to 31 May 2025. This open procedure, pertinent across multiple regions including the British Oversea Territories and Europe, had its tender stage ending on 25 July 2024 and the award date set on 13 September 2024.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced security solutions, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies with expertise in developing and deploying portable detection systems, capable of integrating with daily police operations, would find this contract highly suitable. By participating in such tenders, businesses can significantly enhance their portfolio, demonstrating their capability to deliver innovative security technologies tailored to governmental requirements. This could pave the way for future collaborations and contracts within the public 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-b5fd17-7b415264-ec5a-48a6-8143-6ab19028c9d0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff36d8d7-1d49-4b4c-bba2-cf47c3a2403a
Current Stage
Award
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
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
£493,934 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£493,934 £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

VIZGARD

Further Information

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