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title: "Medway annex to HMP Rochester provision of in-cell PinPhones in response to COVID-19"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF JUSTICE."
published: "2020-05-22"
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# Medway annex to HMP Rochester provision of in-cell PinPhones in response to COVID-19

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE.  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-88a6c899-7b5a-40ef-a913-8b48570fbe4e

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## Summary

The public procurement process involves the Ministry of Justice, which has awarded a contract titled "Medway annex to HMP Rochester provision of in-cell PinPhones in response to COVID-19." This contract falls under the security industry category with a total value of £73,320. The procurement method utilised was a direct approach through a single tender action, indicating that it was below the threshold for formal competition. The contract period commenced on 15th May 2020 and extends until 31st March 2021. The performance location covers various regions, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories. The award was made active on 15th May 2020 and was published on 22nd May 2020.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth in the services sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide innovative solutions in security communications. Companies with capabilities in telecommunications and related services, especially those experienced in working within correctional facilities or similar environments, would be well-positioned to compete for such contracts in the future. Engaging with the Ministry of Justice can lead to further collaborations, enhancing market presence in the public sector.

## Notice

Medway annex to HMP Rochester provision of in-cell PinPhones in response to COVID-19

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bae1463b-ae4e-4fd8-b5ff-09d7bfd9aaa0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 14 May 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 May 2020 |
| Contract period | 14 May 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £73,320 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £73,320 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF JUSTICE. |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIFY BUSINESS SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

## Release History

- 22 May 2020 at 10:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bae1463b-ae4e-4fd8-b5ff-09d7bfd9aaa0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bae1463b-ae4e-4fd8-b5ff-09d7bfd9aaa0
  22nd May 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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