--- title: "Kinetic Effector RFI" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-083b9456-0d39-4507-8be7-b5017f6e0de6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-083b9456-0d39-4507-8be7-b5017f6e0de6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-083b9456-0d39-4507-8be7-b5017f6e0de6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-083b9456-0d39-4507-8be7-b5017f6e0de6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "HOME OFFICE" published: "2024-01-09" --- # Kinetic Effector RFI Buyer: HOME OFFICE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-083b9456-0d39-4507-8be7-b5017f6e0de6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-083b9456-0d39-4507-8be7-b5017f6e0de6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-083b9456-0d39-4507-8be7-b5017f6e0de6.json) ## Summary The Home Office has issued a Prior Information Notice (PIN) for a Request for Information (RFI) under the title "Kinetic Effector RFI." The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 2nd February 2024. This opportunity falls under the industry category of police equipment and is intended to gather market intelligence for potential future procurement. Interested parties must submit their responses by 12PM on 3rd February 2024 to CollaborativeProcurement@homeoffice.gov.uk. This tender for kinetic effectors presents an opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) in the police equipment industry. The Authorities are seeking market views to understand the capacity and appetite of the market for potential future procurement. Businesses specialising in police equipment, particularly those involved in counter-drone technologies, firearms, and surveillance systems, are well-suited to participate in this RFI exercise to contribute their expertise and innovative solutions. ## Notice The Authorities seek to determine market potential and consider market views on the requirements with a view to ensure such views are considered for any potential procurement that the Authorities may wish to launch. No information contained in this RFI, or in any communication made between the Authorities and any Potential Provider in connection with this RFI, shall be relied upon as constituting a contract, agreement or representation that any procurement or contract may result from this RFI. Under no circumstances shall the Authorities incur any liability in respect of this RFI or any supporting documentation. The Authorities will not reimburse any costs incurred by Potential Providers in connection with preparation and submission of their responses to this RFI. 'kinetic effector' is often referred to as a 'hard kill' or 'hard stop' solution but could also allow the physical capture and retrieval of a drone. Like other forms of counter-drone effectors, these are used to protect against drone incursions. Various methods capture, entangle or physically disable a drone, preventing it from reaching the intended target or carrying out the intended mission. Because of how they operate, kinetic effectors may be classed as 'firearms' and as such the operational use of them is limited. For this RFI, 'kinetic effectors' includes ammunition for existing firearms or platforms, as well as bespoke systems such as 'smart' weapons sighting systems. Specially designed ammunition may also require use of a firearm by an Authorised Firearms Officer (AFO). Remotely piloted aircraft, drones or Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) are used to carry out a whole host of functions by all sections of the community, including both legitimate and illegal activity. This may include carrying an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), video espionage, privacy violations or transportation of contraband, among others. Kinetic effectors may be used to counter the careless, inconsiderate or criminal use of drones. They can be used as a standalone device or may have an interface to other technologies, such as a detection system. NPCC Counter Drones coordinates this activity with national equipment and training that is interoperable using 'mutual aid' for all Home Office forces. Police Scotland, Police Service of Northern Ireland, Ministry of Defence Police, Civil Nuclear Constabulary, British Transport Police, and the National Crime Agency also accord with the principles set out in the national model that in future will be covered under the College of Policing's Authorised Professional Practice (Counter Drones) (APP) for the deployment, training and use of counter drones equipment. Additional information: The Contracting Authority is issuing this Prior Information Notice (PIN) as a Request for Information (RFI) to gather market intelligence/information, to gain a better understanding of the capacity and appetite of the market. It is important to note that this PIN/RFI is not a call for competition and as such potential providers will need to express an interest in any future tender opportunity once a contract notice is published in Find a Tender Service and on Contracts Finder. It should be noted that this PIN/RFI invites individuals and organisations to express an interest in this RFI exercise only, and it is NOT a pre-qualification questionnaire, and is NOT part of any pre-qualification or selection process. To request access to the RFI document please email CollaborativeProcurement@homeoffice.gov.uk and request the RFI document related to Kinetic Effectors. The document will then be sent for completion and should be returned to the same email address before the deadline. Responses are required by 12PM on 03/02/2024 Interested parties should not make direct contact with policy officials, all enquires/communication should only via the approved communication channel. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9500269-33ea-4858-9052-5bf76ed270c1 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Jan 2024 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 2 Feb 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | HOME OFFICE | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1P 4DF | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | St James's | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 35200000 - Police equipment ## Release History - 9 Jan 2024 at 11:38 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9500269-33ea-4858-9052-5bf76ed270c1 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9500269-33ea-4858-9052-5bf76ed270c1 9th January 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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