STC1161 - Automated Access Control System (AACS) Software, Ongoing Support, Maintenance and Hardware

The Corporate Officer of the House of Lords and the Corporate Officer of the House of Commons

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Planning

28 Jan 2022 at 09:38

Summary of the contracting process

The Corporate Officer of the House of Lords and the Corporate Officer of the House of Commons is planning to procure an "Automated Access Control System (AACS) Software, Ongoing Support, Maintenance and Hardware." The procurement, estimated at £8 million, primarily targets the security software industry and encompasses the Parliamentary Estate in London. Currently in the planning stage, interested suppliers must submit an expression of interest by 18th February 2022. An Industry Day to provide further details about the procurement will take place on 23rd February 2022, where suppliers can engage with the project team and discuss the proposed procurement scope.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in security software, IT hardware, and related support services. Companies offering expertise in the installation, maintenance, and development of access control systems, as well as helpdesk support, would be well-positioned to compete. Participation in this procurement may foster long-term business relationships and provide a stable workload, as the contract spans a potential ten-year duration with options for extensions, making it a valuable prospect for growth within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

STC1161 - Automated Access Control System (AACS) Software, Ongoing Support, Maintenance and Hardware

Notice Description

The authority is looking to engage contractors, with capability and capacity to lead, coordinate and deliver a new Automated Access Control System (AACS) software including the hardware platforms that support the software such as servers and terminals (but not door controllers or card readers). The contract will include installation and commissioning of the new software, the ongoing support (including help desk / call centre support) and maintenance and repair of the new AACS software and related equipment for a period of 10 years, with the options to exit at year 5 and year 7 if performance is below the standard required of the contract. There will also be the option for a 1 year (12 months) extension. The Authority will procure some services from the incumbent supplier to enable a smooth transition from the old AACS system software to the new. In scope will be the Parliamentary Estate including the Palace of Westminster and all outbuildings, any buildings added to the estate in future and decant buildings resulting from Restoration & Renewal (R&R). The new software must have sufficient capacity to cover all planned estate expansion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03105d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002500-2022
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

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

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

48 - Software package and information systems

50 - Repair and maintenance services

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

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


CPV Codes

22455000 - ID cards

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

42961100 - Access control system

45222300 - Engineering work for security installations

48730000 - Security software package

48820000 - Servers

50610000 - Repair and maintenance services of security equipment

72212730 - Security software development services

72253000 - Helpdesk and support services

72260000 - Software-related services

79512000 - Call centre

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Corporate Officer of the House of Lords and the Corporate Officer of the House of Commons
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 0AA
Postcode Area
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
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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