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Award

17 Feb 2022 at 16:35

Tender

06 Oct 2021 at 11:54

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service is conducting a public procurement process for the supply and maintenance of explosive and narcotic detection scanners. This tender, titled "01958 The Supply And Maintenance Of Explosive And Narcotic Detection Scanners," falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on drug detection apparatus. Located in Edinburgh, UK, the procurement is currently in the Planning stage, with the tender period set to close on 8th November 2021 at 10:00 AM. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing a variety of suppliers to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers specialising in security equipment and maintenance services, particularly those with experience in handling controlled substances. Businesses capable of offering approved and certified desktop explosives and narcotics trace detectors, along with the necessary maintenance, will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, companies meeting the minimum turnover requirement of GBP 100,000 for the past two years and possessing appropriate insurance coverage may find this contract to be a viable avenue for business growth.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

01958 The Supply And Maintenance Of Explosive And Narcotic Detection Scanners

Notice Description

The SPS requires a Supplier to supply desktop explosives & narcotics trace detectors and consumables. The Supplier shall provide preventative and reactive maintenance of the Goods in order to ensure optimal performance for the Contract Term or the warranty period.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The SPS requires the supply of 8 (indicative) desktop explosives & narcotics trace detectors and consumables that meet the requirements of the SPS specification. There is also a requirement to update the SPS narcotics library with new compounds. The successful supplier shall provide preventative and reactive maintenance of the Goods in order to ensure optimal performance for the Contract Term and shall be required to work in partnership with the SPS.

Renewal: This project has a Contract Term of 3 years with the option to extend a further 2 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02e8a0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004566-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38544000 - Drug detection apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£168,260 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Prison Service
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9HW
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Rapiscan Systems Ltd

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