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Supply and installation of a new baggage scanner

British Council

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18 Aug 2026 at 10:21

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is procuring a new baggage scanner for installation at its premises in Kenya. The requirement covers supplying and installing the scanner, commissioning it and providing basic operator training. The existing baggage scanner will be replaced, so this is a complete equipment replacement and installation requirement rather than a standalone supply of equipment. The procurement is categorised as goods and concerns scanning equipment, with the classification referring to ultrasound scanners. Delivery and all associated installation activity will take place in Kenya. Suppliers that can provide suitable baggage-scanning equipment, manage installation and commissioning on site, and train basic operators will find the requirement relevant. The British Council is the buying organisation and will receive the equipment and associated services.

The process has reached tender: the British Council invited offers through an open procedure. It is a single-lot procurement. The deadline for enquiries was 14 September 2026 at 18:30 UTC, and offers were due by 21 September 2026 at 18:30 UTC. The intended award decision date was 30 September 2026. The contract period is 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027. The estimated value is £32,000 excluding VAT and £34,000 including VAT. Award will be based on the most economical price, described as a competitive price. Offers may be submitted electronically in English. Supplier registration and tender submission are handled through the British Council’s MyProcurement system. The tender is above the applicable threshold.

This opportunity suits suppliers specialising in baggage-security screening equipment and related installation services. Strong candidates will be able to identify and supply a suitable new scanner, remove or replace existing equipment where required, install it at the British Council’s Kenyan premises, commission it properly and provide basic operator training. The requirement is most relevant to businesses with the technical capability to deliver an end-to-end equipment replacement rather than simply resell a scanner. Experience of coordinating international delivery and on-site installation in Kenya would support performance, as would access to qualified engineers and staff able to train operators in English. Suppliers should be comfortable competing primarily on price and using the British Council’s electronic procurement system.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and installation of a new baggage scanner

Notice Description

The British Council would like to request a quotation for Supply and installation, commissioning and basic operator training of a new baggage scanner at its premises in Kenya. The existing baggage scanner is to be replaced with a new scanner. The details are provided in RFQ which is provided in attachment including the other files as well for your reference. Please provide quotes based on the requirement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e641
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078407-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - 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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33112300 - Ultrasound scanners

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£32,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£32,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Aug 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 1 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
British Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Postcode Area
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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