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title: "MSA NXT-Detect ETD system - Annual maintenance contract"
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# MSA NXT-Detect ETD system - Annual maintenance contract

Buyer: BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-405da297-6904-4cdc-b113-68eb19f8f1ed

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## Summary

The Metropolitan Police Service's (MPS) Threat Mitigation Technologies department, through BIP Solutions Limited, has awarded a contract to Mass Spec Analytical Ltd for the annual maintenance of the MSA NXT-Detect Explosives Trace Detection (ETD) system. This award falls under the industry category of Security Equipment and involves a broad geographical scope including the United Kingdom and several British Overseas Territories. The procurement process, which followed a limited and competitive quotation method, was focused on obtaining technical services required for routine maintenance, nitrogen generator service, vacuum pump service, and expedited onsite repairs. The tender was concluded on 23 October 2024, with the contract commencing on 1 November 2024 and concluding on 31 October 2025. The contract's total value is £15,362.

This procurement opportunity offers significant business growth potential, particularly for SMEs with expertise in maintaining sophisticated security equipment. Businesses that excel in providing rapid and comprehensive technical support for critical infrastructure, especially in the field of explosive detection technology, would be well-suited to engage in and benefit from such contracts. Companies that demonstrate specialised knowledge and swift response capabilities will find lucrative opportunities in similar tenders announced by large public sector organisations like the MPS. As the demand for ongoing maintenance of security systems grows, businesses specialising in these areas can establish long-term relationships and position themselves as key service providers within this vital industry.

## Notice

The Threat Mitigation Technologies department within the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) provides technical advice and capabilities to a range of operational policing customer groups. One existing capability is the maintenance of Explosives Trace Detection (ETD) capabilities for various operational requirements and infrastructures. As such, a requirement has arisen for the annual maintenance contract for one MSA NXT-Detect ETD systems. The contract should include; One times Preventative maintenances visit Nitrogen generator service Vacuum pump service Onsite repairs within Three working days of call out, including engineers travel Any supplier responding to this opportunity must demonstrate that they have appropriate expertise and experience to complete this work successfully. Additional information: Electronic quotations must be emailed back to richard.warren2@met.police.uk no later than 16:00 on 23/10/2024 Any supplier responding to this opportunity must demonstrate that they have appropriate expertise and experience to complete this work successfully. The quotations should include all the points detailed in this request for quotation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe20605b-d50d-447b-9a7c-88139df31ac5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,362 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED |
| Locality | LILLIE ROAD |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW6 1TR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham |
| Local authority | Hammersmith and Fulham |
| Electoral ward | West Kensington |
| Westminster constituency | Chelsea and Fulham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MASS SPEC ANALYTICAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 35121000 - Security equipment
- 73421000 - Development of security equipment
- 73431000 - Test and evaluation of security equipment

## Release History

- 31 Oct 2024 at 08:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe20605b-d50d-447b-9a7c-88139df31ac5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe20605b-d50d-447b-9a7c-88139df31ac5
  31st October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.competefor.com/business/viewOpportunityDetailsSupplier.html?id=86323197
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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