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title: "RN Detection Framework - Call-off Contract - Lot 2 Handheld"
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# RN Detection Framework - Call-off Contract - Lot 2 Handheld

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-db2db937-72ac-4c70-b8a1-3117852bc520

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Home Office for the RN Detection Framework has reached the award stage as of 24th July 2025. The contract, titled "RN Detection Framework - Call-off Contract - Lot 2 Handheld," focuses on acquiring 40 handheld detectors along with service and maintenance support, including software and security upgrades. This initiative falls under the industry category of nuclear, biological, chemical, and radiological protection equipment. The geographical scope encompasses the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other regions globally, with a contract period from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2029. The procurement method was selective, utilizing a call-off from a framework agreement, and the value of the contract is GBP 655,354.90.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), given the Home Office's openness to engaging such entities for this work. Companies specialising in security equipment and technological support in radiological protection would be well-positioned to benefit from this contract. The partner chosen to fulfil this need, Symetrica Security Ltd, exemplifies the type of organisation equipped to successfully deliver the specialised goods and associated services. The procurement facilitates strategic partnerships and potential future collaborations within this critical industry sector.

## Notice

The purpose of the contract award is to improve the existing RN detection capability to meet operational needs and expand the geographical reach of the capability. The contract will cover the provision of 40 Handheld detectors and provision of service and maintenance support for the equipment, including software support, security upgrades and reporting requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a428b26-4741-46a9-960b-a47f9dff223d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £655,354 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £655,354 |
| 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 | Not specified |
| Postcode | SW10 4DF |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SYMETRICA SECURITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35113200 - Nuclear, biological, chemical and radiological protection equipment

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2025 at 12:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a428b26-4741-46a9-960b-a47f9dff223d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a428b26-4741-46a9-960b-a47f9dff223d
  24th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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