Tender

FASS Testing Facility for Explosive Detection

THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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10 Jun 2019 at 13:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport is inviting tenders for the "FASS Testing Facility for Explosive Detection" to support the Future Aviation Security Solutions (FASS) programme. This opportunity is categorised under services, specifically within the explosives industry. The tender period is open until 5th July 2019, with the contract period commencing on 7th August 2019 and extending through to 28th February 2021. The procurement process is being conducted via an open procedure below the financial threshold, allowing broad participation from various suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that provide services related to explosives detection technology and testing. Businesses with expertise in technical testing, research, and consultancy in the field of explosives would be well-suited to compete for this contract, allowing them to expand their operations and contribute to aviation security solutions.

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Notice Title

FASS Testing Facility for Explosive Detection

Notice Description

The Future Aviation Security Solutions (FASS) programme is seeking a commercial service provider to support the work of the programme in the following area: Supplying an explosives detection technology/solution testing facility including: * Management of detection technology testing using commercial off the shelf explosives. * Plan and implement testing protocols through collaboration with the FASS programme and its partners. * Undertake testing of detection technology to an agreed standard and provide feedback on testing outcomes by means of a trial report. * Acquisition, storage, maintenance and disposal of COTS explosive materials during the contracting period. * Acquisition, storage, maintenance and disposal of basic stream of commerce luggage items for testing of detection technology. For access to the AWARD system please email ruth.morley@dft.gov.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/153ad31b-2051-45a6-9fa4-29710e9f718e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

24600000 - Explosives

38546000 - Explosives detection system

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jul 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Aug 2019 - 28 Feb 2021 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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