Planning

HMPPS Trace Detection Capability

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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Planning

22 May 2025 at 19:02

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice is planning a procurement process for the "HMPPS Trace Detection Capability," which involves the purchase and delivery of trace detection equipment and related maintenance services for use across the Her Majesty's Prison and Probation Service estate. Classified under the industry category of drug detection apparatus, this procurement is in the planning stage with future communication anticipated on 1st January 2026. The planned contract period will commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st May 2028, with an emphasis on accommodating small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The procurement location is London, United Kingdom, fulfilling the needs of a central government public authority.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in drug detection and security equipment, particularly those providing advanced trace detection technology suitable for correctional facilities. SMEs with expertise in goods provision and support services for correctional institutions would be well-placed to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement can offer growth potential by establishing or expanding relationships with a central government body, thereby enhancing a company's market presence and reputation within the public sector. The long-term maintenance and support services aspect also provides ongoing business engagement opportunities beyond initial equipment provision.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HMPPS Trace Detection Capability

Notice Description

Purchasing and delivery of a Trace Detection Capability for use across the HMPPS estate, and associated maintenance/support services.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051f8f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025408-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mojprocurementsecurity@justice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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