Contract Timeline

Publication Date

30th July 2025 10:04:34 AM

Contract Summary

Wigan Council is committed to creating safer, more resilient communities in line with the upcoming Martyn's Law, also known as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025. This legislation will require qualifying venues and public spaces to implement proportionate security measures, conduct risk assessments, and ensure staff are trained to respond effectively to potential threats. To support this, we are seeking a digital solution that can offer real-time communication and alerting capabilities. This pre-market engagement exercise aligns with our Progress with Unity strategy, a borough-wide movement to: - Create fair opportunities for all residents and businesses - Help towns and neighbourhoods flourish through safety, inclusion, and resilience We invite providers of innovative, user-friendly, and scalable digital platforms to express interest in helping us meet the requirements of Martyn's Law while advancing our mission to build a safer, more connected Wigan. Organisations expressing an interest will be required to satisfy a basic key requirement prior to being invited to present their proposals. This engagement is part of Wigan Council's market testing activity and will inform the development of future procurement requirements. The revised date scheduled for the demonstration will be held on Friday 5th September 2025. To express interest or request details of the basic key requirements, please contact Steve Baldwin (Steve.Baldwin@wigan.gov.uk) Together, let's protect our communities and lead the way in public safety innovation.

Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0560b3

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

PlanningUpdate

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

N/A

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS

Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)

Awarding Authority

WIGAN COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Craig Arrowsmith

Buyer Email

craig.arrowsmith@wigan.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

+447840730058

Buyer Address

Town Hall

Wigan

WN1 1YN

United Kingdom

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

17th July 2025 03:34:22 AM

Planning Deadline

14th August 2025 22:59:59 PM   Expired

Contract Summary

Wigan Council is committed to creating safer, more resilient communities in line with the upcoming Martyn’s Law, also known as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025. This legislation will require qualifying venues and public spaces to implement proportionate security measures, conduct risk assessments, and ensure staff are trained to respond effectively to potential threats. To support this, we are seeking a digital solution that can offer real-time communication and alerting capabilities. This pre-market engagement exercise aligns with our Progress with Unity strategy, a borough-wide movement to: - Create fair opportunities for all residents and businesses - Help towns and neighbourhoods flourish through safety, inclusion, and resilience We invite providers of innovative, user-friendly, and scalable digital platforms to express interest in helping us meet the requirements of Martyn’s Law while advancing our mission to build a safer, more connected Wigan. To express interest or request further details, please contact Steve Baldwin (Steve.Baldwin@wigan.gov.uk) Together, let’s protect our communities and lead the way in public safety innovation.

Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0560b3

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

N/A

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS

Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)

Awarding Authority

WIGAN COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Craig Arrowsmith

Buyer Email

craig.arrowsmith@wigan.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

+447840730058

Buyer Address

Town Hall

Wigan

WN1 1YN

United Kingdom