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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) in the United Kingdom is conducting a selective tendering process for the supply and maintenance of metal detection equipment, including walk-through archways, handheld wands, and detection poles. This procurement is positioned to enhance the security apparatus within the Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) estate by preventing contraband such as SIM cards and mobile phones from entering through various gates. The procurement, categorised under security equipment and repair services, is structured into three lots: metal detection archways, handheld detectors, and portable detection poles. With a procurement value estimated at £6.8 million, interested suppliers are required to submit expressions of interest by 7th September 2026, with the tendering stage running until early 2027. The contracts, starting on 1st April 2027, will have a six-year supply term, with some components extending to ten years for maintenance.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in security technology, specifically those capable of providing metal detection services. It is particularly well-suited for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) who can adhere to stringent compliance standards and possess the technical prowess to meet the Ministry’s detection requirements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may also benefit from this contract, given the non-exclusive nature and flexible lot arrangements, enabling tailored involvement as per their expertise. Additionally, the extended contract periods provide long-term business potential, solidifying relations with a major government client and aiding growth through consistent demand for advanced security solutions.

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Notice Title

Supply and Maintenance of Metal Detection Walk through Archways, Handheld Wands and Detection Poles

Notice Description

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) is exploring the capability and capacity of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) market for the supply of 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. Metal detection capability forms 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 use of handheld wands and portable detection poles by prison staff provide essential avenues for searching for threats by scanning people, objects, specific areas and bags respectively. Archways, Hand-held Wands and Poles used in conjunction have a major impact on reducing conveyance routes for contraband entering prisons through Staff Gate Entry, Prisoner Visits and Prisoner reception by detecting threats related to SIM cards, mobile phones and razor blades amongst other metallic threat items. The Authority will aggregate the project into three lots to allow suppliers to bid for one or more lots based on capability in meeting metal and wider threat detection requirements. The Lots will be formulated as the following: - Lot 1- Dual sensor ferro and non-ferro magnetic metal detection archways - Lot 2- Handheld Detectors - Lot 3- Portable Detection Poles The purchasing agreement for each Lot will run for a total of six years. The maintenance agreement on Lot 1 will run for a total of ten years. The contracts for each Lot will be non-exclusive. The Authority will not guarantee any minimum volumes, value or level of demand under each Lot.

Lot Information

Supply of goods and maintenance services for security dual sensor multi detection zone walk-through Metal Detection Archways

Dynamic Walk-through 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 10-year maintenance provision of Archways including: Minimum of 2 Planned Preventative Maintenance Visits per annum, Reactive Callouts and spare part holding throughout England & Wales

Supply of hand-held metal detection wands

Handheld paddle type metal detector. Single Handed Operation, less than 3KG, Capable of detecting Ferrous and Non-ferrous metals including stainless steel on the body and within/concealed in the body.

Supply of Portable Ferrous Metal Detection Poles

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, greater than 15kg including device, carry case and accessories. Minimum of 1 metre pass by detection. Capable of detecting ferromagnetic and nonmagnetic type threats and must be capable of detection when threat obstructed by full body for pass by detection within operational range of the equipment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dc4d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074337-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

35121000 - Security equipment

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,889,960 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,889,960 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2037 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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                            "description": "Suppliers will need to pass all questions on the procurement specific questionnaire (PSQ) to be shortlisted for the Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage. Detailed scoring methodology and ITT questions will be provided to shortlisted suppliers.",
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                        {
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                            "type": "quality",
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