---
title: "Supply Explosive Trace Detection Systems & Support Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000566722"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED"
published: "2019-04-18"
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# Supply Explosive Trace Detection Systems & Support Services

Buyer: HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000566722

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Highlands and Islands Airports Limited seeks to appoint a sole supplier for the supply, delivery, and ongoing service support of 13 Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) systems across eight airport sites in the UK. The tender, titled "Supply Explosive Trace Detection Systems & Support Services," is currently in the Award stage, with key dates including a submission deadline of 25 January 2019. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, classified under goods, specifically focusing on airport-related activities. The successful contract was signed on 28 March 2019.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in security technology, particularly those that provide explosive detection systems and support services. Companies capable of delivering on high-quality technical performance and cost-effectiveness would be well-positioned to compete for this contract, which may also open avenues for further supply of additional units, training sessions, and long-term support services over an extended period. As this procurement involves maintenance and potential expansion periods, there could be growth opportunities for businesses prepared to demonstrate reliability and innovation in their offerings.

## Notice

Appointment a sole supplier for the supply, delivery and ongoing service support of 13no. ETD systems to replace the existing equipment at eight HIAL Airports sites.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Appointment of a sole supplier for the supply, delivery and ongoing service support of 13no. ETD systems to replace the existing equipment at eight HIAL Airports Sites. Equipment to be delivered by 31 March 2019.

Options: - Supply EDT consumables for each EDT system. - Supply additional ETD systems in excess of the initial 13no. units. - Additional training sessions. - Support services during one or more of years 6 - 10 of the Contract (should HIAL decide to extend the Contract).

Renewal: Up to 5 further periods of 1 year each

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR352030 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities) |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Mar 2019 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 7 - 10 years |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV2 7JB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Culloden and Ardersier |
| Westminster constituency | Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey |
| Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SMITHS DETECTION WATFORD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38546000 - Explosives detection system

## Release History

- 18 Apr 2019 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR352030
- 28 Dec 2018 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC341003
- 6 Dec 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F5 - Contract Notice (Utilities) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC339395

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC339395&idx=1
  10th December 2018 - Tender Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC339395&idx=2
  10th December 2018 - HIAL Airport Sites
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC339395&idx=3
  10th December 2018 - Tender Response Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC339395&idx=4
  10th December 2018 - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC339395&idx=5
  10th December 2018 - Draft Contract
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC339395&idx=6
  10th December 2018 - Evaluation Matrix Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC339395
  Supply Explosive Trace Detection Systems & Support Services - Appointment a sole supplier for the supply, delivery and ongoing service support of 13no. ETD systems to replace the existing equipment at eight HIAL Airports sites.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR352030
  Supply Explosive Trace Detection Systems & Support Services - Appointment a sole supplier for the supply, delivery and ongoing service support of 13no. ETD systems to replace the existing equipment at eight HIAL Airports sites.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.hial.co.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000566722

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