Tender

Supply of Metal and Threat Detection Equipment

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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Tender

26 Jul 2023 at 15:02

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice is seeking suppliers for the supply of Metal and Threat Detection Equipment. This tender opportunity falls under the Security equipment industry category. The procurement stage is currently in the planning phase, with an expected tender publication date in Autumn 2023. The deadline for submitting expressions of interest is Friday 26th August 2023 at 17:00 GMT. The procurement method is specified as 'Other - Future Opportunity'. The contract period is set to start on 3rd June 2024 and end on 2nd June 2028.

This tender issued by the Ministry of Justice presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in security equipment to engage in the supply of Metal and Threat Detection Equipment. Companies involved in manufacturing, maintenance, and provision of metal detection archways, handheld detectors, and portable detection poles are well-suited to compete for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises are particularly encouraged to participate in this procurement process. Interested suppliers should review the detailed technical specifications and deadlines provided by the Ministry of Justice to effectively respond to this opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Metal and Threat Detection Equipment

Notice Description

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) is exploring the capability and capacity of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) market for the supply of a Metal Detection equipment, including dual sensor ferro and non-ferro magnetic metal detection archways, handheld detectors, and portable detection poles. The MoJ are taking this approach to support the HMPPS estate for the duration of the Agreement and estimated asset life of the equipment. Metal/threat detection capability form an important part of front-end security in prisons at staff, prisoner, and visitor gates. The archways are part of a wider capability which looks to prevent contraband from entering prisons through multiple routes. The Authority will formulate the project into several lots, to aggregate metal and wider threat detection requirements with a tender expected to be published in Autumn 2023. - Lot 1 - Dual sensor ferro and non-ferro magnetic metal detection archways - Lot 2 - Handheld Detectors - Lot 3 - Portable Detection Poles Lot 1- Dual Sensor Multi Zone Walk Through Archway Metal Detectors and Maintenance Provision Dynamic Metal Detector that reacts to metal masses external and concealed to the body, both of ferromagnetic and non-magnetic type, transiting through its antenna. No greater than 2400 mm height, 900mm wide. Sensitivity and audio alarm adjustable. An ongoing 4-10-year maintenance provision of Archways including: Minimum of 2 Planned Preventative Maintenance Visits per annum, Reactive Call-Outs and spare part holding throughout England & Wales. Lot 2 - High Sensitivity Handheld Metal Detector Handheld paddle type metal detector. Single Handed Operation, <3KG, Capable of detecting Ferrous and Non-ferrous metals including Stainless Steel on the body and within/concealed in the body. Lot 3 - Portable ferrous metal and contraband detector/pole. Device to be no greater than 2000mm (height) and 800mm (width). Unit must be able to fit through a 30-inch standard door width when disassembled. Minimum of 12 hours continuous battery life, >15kg including device, carry case and accessories. Minimum of 1 metre pass by detection. Capable of detecting ferromagnetic and non-magnetic type threats and must be capable of detection when threat obstructed by full body for pass by detection within operational range of the equipment. Lots and details of technical specifications for equipment are liable to change to this currently being in pre-procurement stage. To submit an EOI, please complete the following form by Friday 26th August (17:00 GMT): https://forms.office.com/e/BATnMt33QW All submissions will only be viewable by the Ministry of Justice, treated with commercial sensitivity and will not be shared outside of the Procurement team.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-91cce54f-1abe-4c9b-baae-e7aa98bc9d76
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee2fc606-a613-4aae-875e-c55347ec63e6
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Future Opportunity
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35121000 - Security equipment

35124000 - Metal detectors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jul 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Jun 2024 - 2 Jun 2028 4-5 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
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tom.burns1@justice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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