Tender

Competition for the provision of Aircraft Communication System (ACS) devices for the Emergency Services Network (ESN)

ESN ESOURCING PORTAL

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Tender

14 Dec 2018 at 11:34

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the ESN eSourcing Portal, which is operated by the Home Office, focused on acquiring Aircraft Communication System (ACS) devices for the Emergency Services Network (ESN). This initiative aims to enhance critical communication services across emergency services in the United Kingdom. The procurement is classified under the category of Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment, with an estimated value of £100 million. The open procurement method follows an open procedure and is currently in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 1st March 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to enter or expand in the emergency services sector, particularly those specialising in communication technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may offer innovative solutions and competitive pricing for the required ACS devices. Companies with expertise in telecommunications, satellite technology, and emergency service equipment will find this procurement particularly relevant, as it allows them to contribute to enhancing public safety infrastructure over an initial contract period of ten years, with a potential five-year extension.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Competition for the provision of Aircraft Communication System (ACS) devices for the Emergency Services Network (ESN)

Notice Description

ESMCP is delivering the Emergency Services Network (ESN), a secure, 4G critical voice and data communications service using an enhanced commercial LTE network configured to give priority access for the three emergency services (3ES). This ACS Procurement forms part of the ESMCP and is responsible for delivering the services & associated equipment to deliver the devices for the Air to Ground capability, approved for use on the ESN. There is potential to include satellite technology in the future to complement this capability. This procurement is to establish a Framework Agreement that the Authority and nominated ESN User Organisations (UOs) can use to procure the required Goods and Services for use on the ESN. The Framework Agreement will comprise of a single Supplier for 10 years with the option to extend for up to an additional 5 years. The ACS Procurement will provide the goods and services for the Air to Ground device. Full details are contained within the ITT and Schedules. There is a commitment to provide 66 devices with potential to increase this to 103 devices Additional information: Economic operators shall note the following: The procurement has been launched subject to final governance approval. Expressions of Interest to participate in this procurement should be made by e-mailing ESMCPSupplier@homeoffice.gsi.gov.uk. Following receipt of an Expression of Interest the Authority will send the Contract Letting Participation Agreement (CLPA); Ethical Walls Agreement (EWA) and Security Aspects Letter (SAL) to the supplier to complete and return to the same e-mail address. Once the CLPA, EWA and SAL have been returned and verified by the Authority, the supplier will be provided with access to the "ITT for Provision of Aircraft Communication System Devices for ESN" on the Bravo e-Sourcing Portal. If the primary contact and/or organisation is not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done on-line at https://esn.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html and following guidance with regard to accessing the Bravo system. Bravo Registration: Registering for the Bravo system is only required once. Economic operators will then be able to browse to the eSourcing portal and complete the following: a) Click the -click here to register- link. b) Accept the terms and conditions and click -continue-. c) Enter your business and user details. d) Note the username you use and click -save- when complete. e) You will then receive an e-mail with your unique password. Access to the ITT documentation: a) Login to the eSourcing portal with your unique username and password. b) Click on the - ITT open to all suppliers- link. c) Click on the relevant titled item. d) Click the -express interest- button in the -actions- box on the left hand side of the page. This is a secure area for projects only. e) The ITT documents will be provided in Bravo, which, as detailed above is only accessible if the CLPA, EWA and SAL have been completed, returned and verified. Responding to the ITT: a) Economic operators will then be able to use the messages functions to communicate with ESMCP and seek any clarifications that may be required. b) Please note the deadline for completion of the ITT, this is a precise time and the eSourcing portal will reject the economic operators submission if it is submitted after this time. For further assistance contact the BravoSolution helpdesk which is available Monday to Friday (0800 to 1800) GMT on: a) email help@bravosolution.co.uk or b) telephone +44 800 368 4850.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-80f137d5-48cd-44a2-a73d-b01f9956e133
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7de12093-d44b-46a3-b671-e2b9cf16292f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Jun 2019 - 28 Jun 2019 24 hours
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
ESN ESOURCING PORTAL
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

Further Information

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