Tender

Computer Tomography Cabin Baggage Screening System

DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Tender

11 Jan 2022 at 22:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfT) is seeking to procure a Computer Tomography Cabin Baggage Screening System as part of their continuing enhancement of security capabilities. This active tender falls under the research and development services classification, primarily aimed at improving security detection technologies. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with a submission deadline set for 4th February 2022. The contract period will span 720 days with an option to extend for up to 24 months, and bids must be submitted electronically via the DfT's Jaggaer platform.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in security equipment and technology, particularly those offering innovative explosive detection systems or related consultancy services. Companies involved in research and development within this sector would be well-suited to participate, especially those able to provide systems that integrate automated detection capabilities in compliance with stringent performance standards. Engaging in this tender could enhance business visibility and open avenues for long-term collaborations with the government.

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Notice Title

Computer Tomography Cabin Baggage Screening System

Notice Description

The DfT carries out evaluations of commercially available security equipment testing automated detection capability against performance standards. As part of the continuing increase in security capability, the DfT are looking to purchase commercial equipment in support of its R&D program to assist in the speed of deployment of new algorithms and better systems. As part of that program the DfT Research, Analysis and Development (RAD) team are looking to purchase an explosive detection system for cabin baggage (EDSCB) computer tomography x-ray system. The scope of this work is for the purchase, delivery and installation of one standalone CT system with an EDSCB C3 approved algorithm and a functioning automated prohibited items capability (APIDS) algorithm.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The DfT carries out evaluations of commercially available security equipment testing automated detection capability against performance standards. As part of the continuing increase in security capability, the DfT are looking to purchase commercial equipment in support of its R&D program to assist in the speed of deployment of new algorithms and better systems. As part of that program the DfT Research, Analysis and Development (RAD) team are looking to purchase an explosive detection system for cabin baggage (EDSCB) computer tomography x-ray system. The scope of this work is for the purchase, delivery and installation of one standalone CT system with an EDSCB C3 approved algorithm and a functioning automated prohibited items capability (APIDS) algorithm. Additional information: Please access the ITT documentation via the Jaggaer platform https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html and search for ITT reference code itt_696. If you are not currently registered on the DfT's Jaggaer platform, please register your organisation for an account as soon as possible in order to participate in the procurement exercise. Information on how to register is available on Jaggaer.

Renewal: Option to extend (maintenance and support) for a further 24 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0309c0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000808-2022
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sam.hatton@dft.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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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