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Provision of a Third Party Certifier and Quality Assurer of Free Running Explosive Detection Dogs (FREDDs)

CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY

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01 Aug 2020 at 12:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Civil Aviation Authority has completed a procurement process for the provision of a Third Party Certifier and Quality Assurer of Free Running Explosive Detection Dogs (FREDDs). This tender falls under the industry category of research and development services, with a total value of £560,000. The procurement followed a selective method, specifically using a restricted procedure. The contract period is set to run from 10th July 2020 to 9th July 2022, and the tender was awarded on 1st June 2020, with the notice published on 1st August 2020.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in security services, particularly those with expertise in quality assurance and explosive detection systems. Companies that specialise in regulatory compliance and certification within the aviation security sector, including both small and medium enterprises, are well-positioned to compete in this growing market. Given the anticipated expansion of regulated EDD provision in the UK, there is a considerable potential for business growth in this area.

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Notice Title

Provision of a Third Party Certifier and Quality Assurer of Free Running Explosive Detection Dogs (FREDDs)

Notice Description

Requirements for the Provision of a Third Party Certifier and Quality Assurer of Free Running Explosive Detection Dogs (FREDDs) - Regulated under the UK National Aviation Security Programme (NASP) Under the National Aviation Security Programme (NASP), the UK has an Explosive Detection Dog (EDD) capability which requires dog and handler teams to be certified and a commitment to regular Quality Assurance (QA) to maintain standards. It is proposed that in future the certification and QA functions should be carried out by a third party accredited by the CAA on behalf of the Department for Transport (DfT). Under this arrangement, CAA will maintain oversight of the third party certification/QA provider on a continuous basis and will be responsible for ensuring that the process operates effectively. The overall policy on the use of EDD will continue to be owned by DfT. There will be additional expert input from the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) who currently undertake FREDDs certification and QA on behalf of DfT The certification and quality assurance activity is moving from a proof of concept stage and into the commercial market where, based on levels of interest already indicated by FREDDs teams, are expected to show considerable growth. There are also the potential benefits of anticipated expansion of regulated EDD provision in the UK to be considered.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef7fe6c5-83e1-4e94-a1a9-1b7d214cb62e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

24600000 - Explosives

35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

38546000 - Explosives detection system

72225000 - System quality assurance assessment and review services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73400000 - Research and Development services on security and defence materials

73431000 - Test and evaluation of security equipment

75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

75222000 - Civil defence services

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£560,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£560,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 May 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20205 years ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2020 - 9 Jul 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
jo.cottell@caa.co.uk
Contact Phone
+443301382256

Buyer Location

Locality
CRAWLEY
Postcode
RH6 0YR
Post Town
Redhill
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ28 West Sussex (North East)
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Crawley
Electoral Ward
Langley Green & Tushmore
Westminster Constituency
Crawley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REDLINE AVIATION SECURITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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