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APHIDS (Access Pass Holder Information Distribution System) Sustained Support

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24 Mar 2026 at 15:59

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the APHIDS Sustained Support contract has been concluded by the Home Office, focusing on systems support services within the Security Industry. This contract aims to provide 2nd line support for maintaining the APHIDS solution, crucial for security management across UK airports and international rail hubs. Classified under CPV code 72253200, this award involves selective procurement through a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage is in the award phase, with Naimuri Limited chosen as the supplier, reflected in the publication date of 24th March 2026. The contract will commence on 1st April 2026 and run until 31st March 2028, with its activities spanning across the United Kingdom and globally, offering a contract value of £410,000.

This tender presents lucrative business growth potential, particularly for enterprises specialising in systems support and security services. It is ideally suited for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand within the UK and international markets due to the contract's extensive reach and significant value. Although not suited for voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), businesses with capabilities in managing security protocols and technical support for large-scale systems stand well-positioned to leverage the opportunities this contract offers within the services sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

APHIDS (Access Pass Holder Information Distribution System) Sustained Support

Notice Description

To provide 2nd line support (2LS) for the APHIDS (Access Pass Holder Information Distribution System) solution, maintaining a sustained service. The solution assists in maintaining the security of the UK by delivering a step-change in the ability of the Security Service, the NCA and Police to have an accurate, up-to-date picture of who has access to security restricted areas at all major airports (approximately 50 nationwide) and International Rail hubs, with ongoing efforts to expand to include Air Cargo, and Maritime Ports.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70fa9f2e-4708-4282-a4aa-0349042ce0be
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72253200 - Systems support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£410,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£410,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
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

NAIMURI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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