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title: "Provision of Underwater Cameras"
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# Provision of Underwater Cameras

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4e1f0284-a2e0-404a-859a-73ebd939d327

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## Summary

The Home Office is seeking suppliers for the provision of nine sets of underwater cameras as part of its operational enhancement for the Border Force's fleet. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically related to cameras, and is currently in the Tender stage. The deadline for submissions is 5pm on Thursday, 7th February 2017, with the contract anticipated to commence on 8th February and conclude by 20th March 2017. Suppliers interested in this opportunity must confirm they can meet the specified requirements and provide a detailed quotation by the stated deadline.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in optical systems, particularly those with expertise in underwater photography and equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may fulfil the requirements more efficiently. Companies capable of delivering the products to the specified locations, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories, within the short timeframe will be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract.

## Notice

United Kingdom's Border Force (BF) operate a fleet of 5 x offshore Patrol Vessels and 4 x Coastal Patrol Vessels. To enhance identification and operational requirements a range of optical systems including hand held devices are carried onboard. These include camera systems specifically designed and constructed for use underwater to enable inspection and survey of below waterline hull sections and spaces. Such systems are deployed and used at sea and in estuary and marina environments. BF have a requirement for Nine (9) sets. This contract will commence in February 2017 following a sourcing exercise based on written quotation. The purpose of this document is to make the Statement of Requirements and the Home Office Terms and Conditions available and to invite potential suppliers to confirm they can fully meet the Statement of requirements by providing a quotation along with acceptance of the Home Office terms and Conditions which will apply to this purchase . Potential suppliers are invited to send an email to Janine Melia, Home office Commercial: Janine.Melia@homeoffice.gsi.gov.uk, confirming their interest in this opportunity and providing details of their product which has the ability to meet the Statement of requirements and in addition, a full breakdown of costs including delivery. Emails should be submitted by 5pm onThursday 07 February 2017. Please also note that in order for your quotation to be considered you must confirm that you have the availability and will be able to deliver all 9 sets by Monday 20th March to allow payment by the end of the financial year.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d2a3508-13a7-4215-9d03-912d9b197ecc |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Feb 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Feb 2017 - 20 Mar 2017 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HOME OFFICE |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M5 3FS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Quays |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 38651000 - Cameras
- 79961320 - Underwater photography services

## Release History

- 31 Jan 2017 at 17:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d2a3508-13a7-4215-9d03-912d9b197ecc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d2a3508-13a7-4215-9d03-912d9b197ecc
  31st January 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c3e97149-dc21-44c2-bc9f-ef2ea1e8b8fb
  Statement of Requirements
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0d0af371-4b85-45ec-8492-2c19c68bf8c9
  Terms and Conditions

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