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title: "UKBF control management system preventative maintenance"
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# UKBF control management system preventative maintenance

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-430113e5-cdb7-41bc-9121-0b5705926975

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## Summary

This public procurement process, conducted by the Home Office, pertains to the provision of preventative maintenance for the UK Border Force (UKBF) control management system, known as DTMS. Classified under the industry category "Technical support services" and "Systems support services" (CPV codes 71356300 and 72253200), the contract spans various locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and United Kingdom. The process, completed via a direct procurement method, began on 1st April 2024 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2027, with a contract value of £47,694. The procurement stage is currently at the "Award" stage, finalized with Equans Group UK Limited as the supplier.

This tender presents strong business growth opportunities for companies specialising in IT equipment maintenance and technical support services. Large enterprises with capabilities in maintaining bespoke IT systems for governmental bodies would be well-suited for such contracts. The Home Office's decision to use the direct procurement method underlines the importance of trustworthy and capable suppliers, offering a reliable platform for businesses to showcase their robust track record and technical expertise in managing similar systems.

## Notice

The DTMS is a unique, bespoke system built by INEO Hauts-de-France with Border Force and Port of Dunkirk. The system tracks and records each freight vehicle journey through the various controls eliminating paper records and enabling 'smarter searching'. This contract is for the provision of preventative maintenance to ensure the various IT equipment (hardware and software) that support the DTMS system remain in good condition and prevents the various risks of breakdown.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8dbd19f-96c9-4672-b330-daa817e902f0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £47,694 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £47,694 |
| 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 | 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EQUANS GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 71356300 - Technical support services
- 72253200 - Systems support services

## Release History

- 30 Aug 2024 at 13:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8dbd19f-96c9-4672-b330-daa817e902f0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8dbd19f-96c9-4672-b330-daa817e902f0
  30th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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