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title: "RFI - Market capability in relation to Mission Critical Communications Services(MCX)"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "ESN ESOURCING PORTAL"
published: "2021-03-31"
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# RFI - Market capability in relation to Mission Critical Communications Services(MCX)

Buyer: ESN ESOURCING PORTAL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fc20ead1-9362-4b16-9ddf-a57555015ff9

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## Summary

The Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme (ESMCP) within the Home Office is initiating a Request for Information (RFI) titled "Market capability in relation to Mission Critical Communications Services (MCX)." This preliminary engagement is focused on the telecommunications industry, particularly within the category of radio and communication services. Key milestones include an expression of interest deadline on 23rd April 2021 at 14:00hrs GMT. The engagement will take place in London, where potential suppliers will gain insights into the requirements for the upcoming Emergency Services Network (ESN).

This RFI presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in telecommunications, IT services, and software development, particularly those offering innovative solutions for emergency communications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should consider participating, as the engagement process is geared towards exploring market capabilities and could lead to future contracts. Interested suppliers can access an array of detailed questions via the Bravo (Jaggaer) system, enhancing their chances to align their services with the needs of the emergency services community.

## Notice

This Notice is relation to a Request for Information (RFI) on behalf of the Emergency Services Mobile Communication Programme (ESMCP) within the Home Office. The Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme (ESMCP) is delivering the Emergency Services Network (ESN), a 4G critical voice and broadband data communications service using an enhanced commercial mobile network with priority over the general public for emergency services users. ESMCP is conducting a market review to assist in determining the Market capability in relation to Mission Critical Communications Services (MCX). This Early Engagement notice is in relation to an early market engagement RFI process only and is not a call for competition. Potential suppliers with an interest in the Programme and who provide services as outlined above are invited to Express Interest in participating in this RFI by e-mailing ESMCPSupplier@homeoffice.gov.uk Access will be provided to the Bravo (Jaggaer) system in order for you to view and respond to the set of detailed questions in relation to this RFI. It should be noted that the closing date for initial Expressions of Interest is 23rd April 2021 at 14:00hrs GMT.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15e5eec3-9229-48f9-81f9-32af6ebf4c90 |
| 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 | 31 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 23 Apr 2021 |
| 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 | ESN ESOURCING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9EX |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 64200000 - Telecommunications services
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72250000 - System and support services
- 72263000 - Software implementation services
- 92210000 - Radio services

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2021 at 13:51 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15e5eec3-9229-48f9-81f9-32af6ebf4c90

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15e5eec3-9229-48f9-81f9-32af6ebf4c90
  31st March 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

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