Planning

Supply of Metal and Threat Detection Equipment

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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Planning

26 Jul 2023 at 15:17

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice is planning a tender for the supply of Metal and Threat Detection Equipment. This procurement is aimed at supporting the HMPPS estate with dual sensor ferro and non-ferro magnetic metal detection archways, handheld detectors, and portable detection poles. The Authority will break down the project into multiple lots, including the supply of specific equipment like archways, handheld detectors, and portable poles. The expected tender publication date is set for Autumn 2023.

This tender by the Ministry of Justice presents an opportunity for businesses in the security equipment industry looking to supply metal detection equipment to the public sector. Companies specialising in manufacturing and supplying metal and threat detection technology, such as archways, handheld detectors, and portable poles, would find this tender well-suited for their expertise and capabilities. Interested businesses should note the deadline for expressing interest by Friday 25th August.

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Notice Title

Supply of Metal and Threat Detection Equipment

Notice Description

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) is exploring the capability and capacity of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) market for the supply of a Metal Detection equipment, including dual sensor ferro and non-ferro magnetic metal detection archways, handheld detectors, and portable detection poles. The MoJ are taking this approach to support the HMPPS estate for the duration of the Agreement and estimated asset life of the equipment. The tender is expected to be published in Autumn 2023. The Authority will formulate the project into several lots, to aggregate metal and wider threat detection requirements. * Lot 1 - Dual sensor ferro and non-ferro magnetic metal detection archways * Lot 2 - Handheld Detectors * Lot 3 - Portable Detection Poles

Lot Information

Lot 1-3

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) is exploring the capability and capacity of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) market for the supply of a Metal Detection equipment, including dual sensor ferro and non-ferro magnetic metal detection archways, handheld detectors, and portable detection poles. The MoJ are taking this approach to support the HMPPS estate for the duration of the Agreement and estimated asset life of the equipment with a tender expected to be published in Autumn 2023. Metal/threat detection capability form an important part of front-end security in prisons at staff, prisoner, and visitor gates. The archways are part of a wider capability which looks to prevent contraband from entering prisons through multiple routes. The Authority will formulate the project into several lots, to aggregate metal and wider threat detection requirements. * Lot 1 - Dual sensor ferro and non-ferro magnetic metal detection archways * Lot 2 - Handheld Detectors * Lot 3 - Portable Detection Poles Lot 1- Dual Sensor Multi Zone Walk Through Archway Metal Detectors and Maintenance Provision Dynamic Metal Detector that reacts to metal masses external and concealed to the body, both of ferromagnetic and non-magnetic type, transiting through its antenna. No greater than 2400 mm height, 900mm wide. Sensitivity and audio alarm adjustable. An ongoing 4-10-year maintenance provision of Archways including: Minimum of 2 Planned Preventative Maintenance Visits per annum, Reactive Call-Outs and spare part holding throughout England & Wales. Lot 2 - High Sensitivity Handheld Metal Detector Handheld paddle type metal detector. Single Handed Operation, <3KG, Capable of detecting Ferrous and Non-ferrous metals including Stainless Steel on the body and within/concealed in the body. Lot 3 - Portable ferrous metal and contraband detector/pole. Device to be no greater than 2000mm (height) and 800mm (width). Unit must be able to fit through a 30-inch standard door width when disassembled. Minimum of 12 hours continuous battery life, >15kg including device, carry case and accessories. Minimum of 1 metre pass by detection. Capable of detecting ferromagnetic and non-magnetic type threats and must be capable of detection when threat obstructed by full body for pass by detection within operational range of the equipment. Lots and details of technical specifications for equipment are liable to change to this currently being in pre-procurement stage. To submit an EOI, please complete the following form by Friday 25th August (17:00 GMT): https://forms.office.com/e/BATnMt33QW All submissions will only be viewable by the Ministry of Justice, treated with commercial sensitivity and will not be shared outside of the Procurement team.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03ea9e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021705-2023
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

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


CPV Codes

35121000 - Security equipment

35124000 - Metal detectors

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jul 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Jun 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tom.burns1@justice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 02033343555

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9AJ
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

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