Tender

Mobile Biometric Enrolment. Hardware and associate software.

HOME OFFICE

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Tender

30 May 2025 at 10:40

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process is initiated by the Home Office, aiming to procure mobile biometric enrolment hardware and associated software to enhance safety in the UK. Classified under the CPV scheme as biometric sensors, this tender falls within the goods industry category and is intended for use across diverse Home Office departments such as police and immigration enforcement. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure via the CCS Spark DPS framework, specifically targeting suppliers specialising in access control, biometrics, and facial recognition. The process is currently in the tender phase, with the tender period set to conclude on 9th June 2025. Key dates also include the scheduled start of the award period on 11th August 2025, when bidding will commence. Interested suppliers should note that submissions will be made electronically, and participation will require full compliance with the tender's submission terms.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in biometric solutions, software support services, and associated technologies to expand their portfolio in a critical government sector. It offers the chance to collaborate with a major national authority, the Home Office, which is focusing on enhancing homeland security and immigration enforcement capabilities. Companies proficient in mobile biometric enrolment systems and integration with broader IT ecosystems would be well-positioned to compete successfully. Equipped with a contract value of £1,500,000, this project enables suppliers to not just showcase their technological expertise but also to potentially secure subsequent renewal options, illustrating a promising avenue for long-term business growth and partnership with the UK government. Businesses looking to leverage existing capabilities within the framework of public safety and security initiatives will find this tender aligns well with their strategic interests.

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Notice Title

Mobile Biometric Enrolment. Hardware and associate software.

Notice Description

The aim of the procurement is to procure a biometric enrolment solution that will contribute to making the UK safer. The use of biometric data is key to the proper functioning of the UK immigration system and aligns with the key Home Office strategies of protecting homeland security, attracting talent and taking back control, advancing Britain's place in the world and restoring confidence in the criminal justice system The use of biometric data is key to the proper functioning of the UK immigration system, to law enforcement and to those responsible for the prevention of terrorism. Mobile biometrics enrolment would allow front line officers to quickly identify, enrol, and record for the purposes of investigation and Immigration Enforcement preventing abuse of the immigration system, increasing compliance with immigration law, pursuing immigration offenders and protecting the vulnerable. The Home Office Biometrics (HOB) programme is currently replacing existing software in the static Biometric Recording Stations used across the different Home Office departments (Police, HMPO, IE, etc). The MBE solution will also integrate with other Home Office systems. By implementing the MBE solution, Immigration Enforcement Officers will have the tools they need to capture, validate, and enrol biometrics in the field, enhancing their ability to perform their duties effectively, safely, efficiently, and accurately. This procurement will be let via the CCS Spark DPS framework using CCS instance of Jaagaer - https://crowncommercialservice.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html. Suppliers listed on Spark under the Access Control/Biometrics/Facial recognition will be invited to complete a capability assessment, those who pass will be invited to the next stage (Full ITT).

Lot Information

Lot 1

For full information around the scope and quantity of the works suppliers who are shortlisted via the Spark DPS will be invited to bid.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month renewal option.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05298a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028729-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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


CPV Codes

35125110 - Biometric sensors

72261000 - Software support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 May 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 2025Expired
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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mbeprocurement@homeoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N/A
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

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