--- title: "The Supply of Intrinsically Safe (IS) Devices on the Emergency Services Network (ESN)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-164aa64d-8e6e-463e-9061-3e9a5be44335" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-164aa64d-8e6e-463e-9061-3e9a5be44335" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-164aa64d-8e6e-463e-9061-3e9a5be44335.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-164aa64d-8e6e-463e-9061-3e9a5be44335.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "ESN ESOURCING PORTAL" published: "2020-10-15" --- # The Supply of Intrinsically Safe (IS) Devices on the Emergency Services Network (ESN) Buyer: ESN ESOURCING PORTAL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-164aa64d-8e6e-463e-9061-3e9a5be44335 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-164aa64d-8e6e-463e-9061-3e9a5be44335) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-164aa64d-8e6e-463e-9061-3e9a5be44335.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves the ESN eSourcing Portal, which is seeking to procure "The Supply of Intrinsically Safe (IS) Devices" to support the Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme (ESMCP). This initiative falls under the telecommunications industry and is principally focused on ensuring safety in environments with explosive atmospheres. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a total contract value of £4,900,000. Key dates to note include a future notice for market engagement set for 12th October 2020 and the expected contract period beginning on 3rd January 2022 and concluding on 2nd October 2025. The primary location for delivery is in London, United Kingdom. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing and provision of telecommunications equipment, particularly those producing intrinsically safe devices compatible with emergency services' needs. Companies that specialise in ruggedised technology, mobile communications, and safety compliance in hazardous environments would be well-suited to compete. Engaging with this procurement process can help businesses expand their portfolios and establish partnerships with governmental emergency service agencies, ultimately driving business growth in a niche yet critical market sector. ## Notice This Notice is to notify the market that the Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme (ESMCP) plans to enter into a market engagement exercise to discuss its potential requirements with potential suppliers in the market of provision of intrinsically safe devices such that the Authority may establish a commercial strategy for the supply of its potential requirements. Certain specialist ESN users respond to incidents at locations where there is a risk of explosive atmospheres being present (for example, oil & gas installations). To meet the strict safety regulations at such sites, any ESN devices and accessories used on site must have ATEX zone 1/21 certification. The devices must allow users to make PTT calls and use simple applications, including while wearing PPE. The Authority user requirements call for a A ruggedized Android smartphone with ATEX zone 1/21 certification suitable for use with the ESN PTT application, plus compatible accessories. Additional information: This Notice is to notify the market that the Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme (ESMCP) plans to enter into a market engagement exercise to discuss its potential requirements with potential suppliers in the market of provision of intrinsically safe devices such that the Authority may establish a commercial strategy for the supply of its potential requirements. Certain specialist ESN users respond to incidents at locations where there is a risk of explosive atmospheres being present (for example, oil & gas installations). To meet the strict safety regulations at such sites, any ESN devices and accessories used on site must have ATEX zone 1/21 certification. The devices must allow users to make PTT calls and use simple applications, including while wearing PPE. The Authority user requirements call for a A ruggedized Android smartphone with ATEX zone 1/21 certification suitable for use with the ESN PTT application, plus compatible accessories. Following receipt of an Expression of Interest the Authority will send a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to the supplier to complete and return to the same e-mail address. Once the NDA has been returned and verified by the Authority, the supplier will be provided with access to the RFI through the Bravo e-Sourcing Portal (http://www.esn.bravosolution.co.uk). See the following guidance with regard to accessing the Bravo system. Bravo Registration: Registering for the Bravo system is only required once. If you are already registered then you do not need to register again, however you do still need to express your interest in this particular market engagement activity as outlined above. To register on Bravo Suppliers should complete the following: a) Click the -click here to register- link. b) Accept the terms and conditions and click -continue-. c) Enter your business and user details. d) Note the username you use and click -save- when complete. e) You will then receive an e-mail with your unique password. Access to the RFI documentation: a) Login to the eSourcing portal with your unique username and password. b) Click on the PQQs open to all suppliers link. c) Click on the relevant titled item. d) Click the express interest button in the -actions- box on the left-hand side of the page (this will move the SQ (containing the RFI) into the economic operators my PQQ box). This is a secure area for projects only. e) Download the documents relating to the RFI to access. Click on the bold and underlined filename. Select -save- and store on your PC. Responding to the RFI: a) Economic operators will then be able to use the messages functions to communicate with ESMCP and seek any clarifications that may be required. b) Please note the deadline for completion of the RFI, this is a precise time and the eSourcing portal will reject the economic operators submission if it is submitted after this time. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6590d115-a597-479f-b7c5-6ef5c27b6c1d | | Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Oct 2020 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 12 Oct 2020 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Jan 2022 - 2 Oct 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £4,900,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ESN ESOURCING PORTAL | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1H 9EX | | 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 | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ### Codes - 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 32250000 - Mobile telephones - 32260000 - Data-transmission equipment - 32344210 - Radio equipment - 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies - 32510000 - Wireless telecommunications system - 32522000 - Telecommunications equipment - 32581000 - Data-communications equipment ## Release History - 15 Oct 2020 at 15:56 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6590d115-a597-479f-b7c5-6ef5c27b6c1d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6590d115-a597-479f-b7c5-6ef5c27b6c1d 15th October 2020 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.esn.bravosolution.co.uk - http://www.esn.bravosolution.co.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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