--- title: "MARKET ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITY - Transport Security Science and Research" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02bd6c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02bd6c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02bd6c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02bd6c.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT" published: "2021-06-17" --- # MARKET ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITY - Transport Security Science and Research Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02bd6c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02bd6c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02bd6c.json) ## Summary The Department for Transport (DfT) in the UK is initiating a planned tender titled "Market Engagement Activity – Transport Security Science and Research". This procurement falls under the research and development services category and has an estimated budget of £8,000,000. The key focus is to enhance the efficiency of delivery and innovation within the research outcomes related to transport security. The procurement stage is currently at the planning phase, with suppliers encouraged to provide feedback on their capabilities and interest by responding to a questionnaire. The deadline for submission of the questionnaire is set for an unspecified date following a future notice anticipated on 1st September 2021. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the science and research sector, particularly those who can offer solutions in areas such as behavioural science, canine operations, and security system analysis. Companies providing programme management, communication services, and innovative aviation security solutions would find themselves well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this market analysis is crucial for suppliers keen to align their services with the DfT's upcoming requirements and to leverage potential collaborations within the public sector. ## Notice The National Security Science and Research (NSSR) division within the Department for Transport (DfT) is looking to enhance the efficiency of delivery, innovation and resilience of research outcomes by exploring the possibility of investing in a new contracting arrangement and would welcome comments/observations from suppliers who operate in the Science and Research sector. We are publishing this Prior Information Notice (PIN) seeking feedback from suppliers to establish the current capabilities, capacities and appetite of the market in relation to: Behavioural Science Canine Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems Systems and Analysis Bulk Detection Vulnerability Programme Management Services in Benefits Realisation and Communications and; Future of Aviation Security Solutions and Innovations. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The National Security Science and Research (NSSR) division within the Department for Transport (DfT) is looking to enhance the efficiency of delivery, innovation and resilience of research outcomes by exploring the possibility of investing in a new contracting arrangement and would welcome comments/observations from suppliers who operate in the Science and Research sector. We are publishing this Prior Information Notice (PIN) seeking feedback from suppliers to establish the current capabilities, capacities and appetite of the market in relation to: Behavioural Science Canine Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems Systems and Analysis Bulk Detection Vulnerability Programme Management Services in Benefits Realisation and Communications and; Future of Aviation Security Solutions and Innovations. This PIN is intended to: Explore what suppliers are present in this sector, who they work with and how services are/can be delivered Obtain views and advice on the future delivery of this sector Obtain considerations and feedback on how and when work can be delivered, including if there is appetite to work with the DfT Next Steps: Suppliers who are able to offer advice/solutions relevant to this requirement are invited to respond to complete the below Supplier Questionnaire and submit it via email to XXX by DATE. This builds on the NSSR commitment to engage and seek input from suppliers. This market analysis will better inform our next steps and input into the justification of any future sourcing models. Following the collation of all responses, we plan to host a market event to discuss our proposed solution and subsequent next steps. All responses will be treated as confidential. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013817-2021 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Jun 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 31 Aug 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £8,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Not specified | | Postcode | N/A | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 24 - Chemical products - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 48 - Software package and information systems - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 51 - Installation services (except software) - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 24000000 - Chemical products - 24600000 - Explosives - 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services - 51000000 - Installation services (except software) - 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) - 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 17 Jun 2021 at 21:45 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013817-2021 ## Notice URLs - https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-transport ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02bd6c. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02bd6c.json.