--- title: "Prison Radio Communication Systems - Early Engagement Notice" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ca4cb537-6c02-4d94-93d9-5850fdd47bd9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ca4cb537-6c02-4d94-93d9-5850fdd47bd9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ca4cb537-6c02-4d94-93d9-5850fdd47bd9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ca4cb537-6c02-4d94-93d9-5850fdd47bd9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MINISTRY OF JUSTICE" published: "2025-06-20" --- # Prison Radio Communication Systems - Early Engagement Notice Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ca4cb537-6c02-4d94-93d9-5850fdd47bd9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ca4cb537-6c02-4d94-93d9-5850fdd47bd9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ca4cb537-6c02-4d94-93d9-5850fdd47bd9.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has issued an early engagement notice for a potential procurement opportunity titled "Prison Radio Communication Systems." This process is in the planning stage and aims to inform the market of a forthcoming procurement event anticipated to commence on 30th July 2025. The procurement pertains to the management and support of the MoJ's existing UHF TETRA radio systems across public prisons in England and Wales. The project falls under the industry category of Communications Network (CPV 32412000) and is expected to utilise Lot 5 (Blue Light Solutions) of the Crown Commercial Services Vertical Application Solutions Framework (RM6259). Interested suppliers are required to register on the MoJ's eSourcing system and submit non-disclosure agreements by 18th July 2025. The service is applicable to multiple regions in the United Kingdom, including London, the Midlands, and Wales, among others. This tender provides significant growth potential for businesses experienced in managing communication networks and equipment, specifically those familiar with radio communication systems within high-security environments. SMEs are encouraged to participate, offering opportunities for those who can provide comprehensive maintenance and support services for specialised equipment. The procurement method involves a further competition process within an established framework, which allows pre-qualified suppliers listed in the framework to compete effectively. This opportunity is well-suited for enterprises with robust capabilities in handling large-scale and critical communication infrastructures, ensuring reliability and seamless operation across diverse correctional facilities. ## Notice The purpose of this Notice is to inform the market of the potential opportunity for the provision of a managed Prison Radio Communication Systems service and the MoJ's intention to engage with potential suppliers through a further competition using Lot 5 (Blue Light Solutions) of the Vertical Application Solutions Framework (RM6259). The requirement is to take over the maintenance and support of the MoJ's existing fully managed break-fix maintenance and service support contract for all the UHF TETRA radio systems and all associated equipment (including radio terminals) deployed across the England & Wales public prison estate until such time an equipment refresh maybe undertaken. There are over 100 HMPPS publicly managed establishments using TETRA hand portable radios. These range from Young Offender Institutions (YOI) to High Security prisons, located in buildings which range from Victorian to modern House Blocks. The safety and security of staff and prisoners is critical, and the management and maintenance of effective communications systems is key. The scope of the service covers the TETRA networks, mobile TETRA network, AIRWAVE network access system and equipment, in existing and any future new sites. The scope of the service will also encompass all the equipment and activities necessary to maintain the networks in full working order. The prison TETRA network provides the following functions to sites and users - Management of talk groups - Management of status information - Handling and transfer of data from radio to computer systems - Management of users on the radio system - Lone worker functions - Control of radio resources i.e. issue to users - Audio processing, storage, and playback The Notice is to inform the market of the potential opportunity for the provision of a managed Prison Radio Communication Systems Service with options to refresh equipment during the term of the Contract. The MoJ intends to run a procurement using the further competition process to procure services from Lot 5 of the Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Vertical Application Solutions (VAS) Framework (RM6259). It is anticipated that the procurement will commence on 30th July 2025. Interested Lot 5 framework suppliers must first be registered on the MoJ's esourcing system (https://ministryofjusticecommercial.bravosolution.co.uk/) and have signed a non-disclosure agreement to be given access to the procurement documents. To enable a non-disclosure agreement to be sent for signature, Lot 5 framework suppliers should provide contact details of their authorised signatory to FutureStaffRadios@Justice.gov.uk - no later than 18th July 2025. In advance of the ITT the MoJ will provide interested Lot 5 suppliers with: - Prison Radio Communication Services briefing document Additional information: Invitation to Tender (ITT) information for prospective suppliers on Lot 5 of the Vertical Application Solutions (VAS) Framework (RM6259) will be provided within the MoJ's eSourcing Portal, including all material relevant to the procurement. This Notice is for information purposes only. This Notice does not signify the beginning of a procurement and does not constitute a commitment by the MoJ to undertake any procurement exercise. When the MoJ decides to formally commence the procurement, the MoJ will issue a further competition in accordance with the Vertical Application Solutions (VAS) Framework (RM6259). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac390ffd-e72b-4415-b2f3-790337699336 | | Notice type | Market Engagement 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 | 20 Jun 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 29 Jul 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF JUSTICE | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1H 9AJ | | 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 51 - Installation services (except software) ### Codes - 32412000 - Communications network - 32570000 - Communications equipment - 32573000 - Communications control system - 35710000 - Command, control, communication and computer systems - 35711000 - Command, control, communication systems - 51300000 - Installation services of communications equipment ## Release History - 20 Jun 2025 at 16:46 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac390ffd-e72b-4415-b2f3-790337699336 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac390ffd-e72b-4415-b2f3-790337699336 20th June 2025 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://ministryofjusticecommercial.bravosolution.co.uk/ - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-justice ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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