Planning

RFI - Market capability in relation to Mission Critical Communications Services(MCX)

ESN ESOURCING PORTAL

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Planning

31 Mar 2021 at 13:51

Summary of the contracting process

The Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme (ESMCP) within the Home Office is initiating a Request for Information (RFI) titled "Market capability in relation to Mission Critical Communications Services (MCX)." This preliminary engagement is focused on the telecommunications industry, particularly within the category of radio and communication services. Key milestones include an expression of interest deadline on 23rd April 2021 at 14:00hrs GMT. The engagement will take place in London, where potential suppliers will gain insights into the requirements for the upcoming Emergency Services Network (ESN).

This RFI presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in telecommunications, IT services, and software development, particularly those offering innovative solutions for emergency communications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should consider participating, as the engagement process is geared towards exploring market capabilities and could lead to future contracts. Interested suppliers can access an array of detailed questions via the Bravo (Jaggaer) system, enhancing their chances to align their services with the needs of the emergency services community.

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Notice Title

RFI - Market capability in relation to Mission Critical Communications Services(MCX)

Notice Description

This Notice is relation to a Request for Information (RFI) on behalf of the Emergency Services Mobile Communication Programme (ESMCP) within the Home Office. The Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme (ESMCP) is delivering the Emergency Services Network (ESN), a 4G critical voice and broadband data communications service using an enhanced commercial mobile network with priority over the general public for emergency services users. ESMCP is conducting a market review to assist in determining the Market capability in relation to Mission Critical Communications Services (MCX). This Early Engagement notice is in relation to an early market engagement RFI process only and is not a call for competition. Potential suppliers with an interest in the Programme and who provide services as outlined above are invited to Express Interest in participating in this RFI by e-mailing ESMCPSupplier@homeoffice.gov.uk Access will be provided to the Bravo (Jaggaer) system in order for you to view and respond to the set of detailed questions in relation to this RFI. It should be noted that the closing date for initial Expressions of Interest is 23rd April 2021 at 14:00hrs GMT.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15e5eec3-9229-48f9-81f9-32af6ebf4c90
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

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

64200000 - Telecommunications services

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72250000 - System and support services

72263000 - Software implementation services

92210000 - Radio services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Apr 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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
SW1H 9EX
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

Notice Documents

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