Planning

Integrated Security Systems Supporting Martyn's Law Invacuation, visitor and carpark systems for City of Portsmouth College

CITY OF PORTSMOUTH COLLEGE

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Planning

02 Jun 2026 at 09:40

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of Portsmouth College is in the planning phase for the procurement of an integrated security system under the title "Integrated Security Systems Supporting Martyn’s Law Invacuation, visitor and carpark systems." This project falls within the industry category of surveillance and security systems and devices. The procurement process aims to ensure compliance with the anticipated requirements of Martyn's Law (Protect Duty). Located in the UK region of UKJ31, the contract is valued at £160,000 net and is scheduled to begin on 10th August 2026, with completion expected by 31st July 2027. The pre-market engagement phase concluded on 22nd April 2026, and insights from this period will shape the procurement strategy and tender documentation. A formal announcement is anticipated on 9th June 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in security system integration, visitor management, emergency alerting, and related services. Companies that can provide comprehensive solutions incorporating visitor control, car park systems, and emergency systems might find this project particularly advantageous. With the requirement to integrate new solutions with existing infrastructure, firms with expertise in complex system integration would be well-suited to compete. This procurement process not only provides a substantial contract value but also allows businesses to contribute to safety and compliance improvements at a governmental institution level.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Integrated Security Systems Supporting Martyn's Law Invacuation, visitor and carpark systems for City of Portsmouth College

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking development of its procurement strategy, specification, and approach to delivery in advance of a potential procurement for the provision of an integrated security and safety system to support compliance with anticipated requirements under Martyn's Law (Protect Duty). The requirement is expected to include (but is not limited to): *Visitor management and control systems *Car park access and control systems *Emergency alerting and invacuation (lockdown) systems *Integration with existing infrastructure where applicable

Planning Information

The pre-market engagement period has now concluded. During this phase, the Authority undertook a series of informal engagements with a range of suppliers to better understand current market capabilities, potential delivery approaches, and indicative cost profiles. These engagements were conducted solely for the purposes of market intelligence gathering and did not form part of any formal evaluation or selection process. All suppliers were afforded an equal opportunity to participate in these discussions. The insights gained will be used to inform the procurement strategy and the development of the forthcoming tender documentation. No supplier will receive any advantage in any subsequent procurement process as a result of participation in the pre-market engagement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ab2d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051757-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
9 Jun 20265 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF PORTSMOUTH COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COSHAM
Postcode
PO6 2SA
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Cosham
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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