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title: "Emergency and Security Management Solution - University of Aberdeen"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000742630"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN"
published: "2023-08-24"
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# Emergency and Security Management Solution - University of Aberdeen

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000742630

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## Summary

The University of Aberdeen is planning to procure an Emergency and Security Management Solution. The University, based in Aberdeen, UK, has issued a Prior Information Notice to engage the market and assess interest and capacity. Interested parties need to respond by 7th September 2023. The solution entails various requirements including mobile application compatibility, integration with back-office processes, geo-location capabilities, and GDPR compliance. The procurement stage is currently in the planning phase, aiming to enhance student satisfaction by delivering an efficient Emergency and Security solution.

This tender by the University of Aberdeen offers an opportunity for businesses to provide a comprehensive Emergency and Security Management Solution. Businesses in the technology and security industries, especially those experienced in app development, cloud-based solutions, and interoperability standards, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The tender aims to create a system that supports student safety and well-being, promoting efficient communication and emergency response within the university's operational framework. Interested businesses should align their proposals with the outlined functional requirements to enhance their chances of winning the contract.

## Notice

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) has been issued to initiate the engagement of the market, aiming to assess both interest and capacity, in order to provide a Comprehensive Emergency and Security Management solution to the University of Aberdeen. Although the University of Aberdeen currently maintains a well-established Emergency and Security Management solution, our intention is to comprehensively evaluate the array of available software options present in the market for comparative purposes. The envisioned solution is expected to encompass the subsequent functional requirements: - Solution should offer a mobile application compatible with both Android and iOS platforms, designed for seamless installation by students and staff. - Integration of the solution into the operational framework of the University Security Department's back-office processes. - Mandatory incorporation of critical features, including Emergency, First Aid, and Wellbeing assistance, as well as functionalities such as check-in and tip reporting. - Incorporation of geo-location capabilities to enhance effectiveness. - Provision for users to share essential information such as medical conditions, ensuring full compliance with GDPR regulations. - Facilitation of mass notifications for improved communication. - Deployment within a cloud-based infrastructure. - Adherence to Open API Standards, promoting interoperability and integration. - Functionality to extend regional support, enabling users to travel to other universities across Scotland while integrating with their respective Emergency and Security Management solutions and have a reciprocal arrangement. Interested parties are encouraged to provide their responses to this PIN no later than 7th September 2023. The University of Aberdeen is ranked 4th in the UK for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2022. This initiative to engage the market reflects our commitment to ensuring sustained student satisfaction by delivering an efficient Emergency and Security solution.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) has been issued to initiate the engagement of the market, aiming to assess both interest and capacity, in order to provide a Comprehensive Emergency and Security Management solution to the University of Aberdeen.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG486708 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 24 Aug 2023 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 2 Oct 2023 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB24 3FX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48730000 - Security software package

## Release History

- 24 Aug 2023 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG486708

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG486708
  Emergency and Security Management Solution - University of Aberdeen - This Prior Information Notice (PIN) has been issued to initiate the engagement of the market, aiming to assess both interest and capacity, in order to provide a Comprehensive Emergency and Security Management solution to the University of Aberdeen. Although the University of Aberdeen currently maintains a well-established Emergency and Security Management solution, our intention is to comprehensively evaluate the array of available software options present in the market for comparative purposes. The envisioned solution is expected to encompass the subsequent functional requirements: - Solution should offer a mobile application compatible with both Android and iOS platforms, designed for seamless installation by students and staff. - Integration of the solution into the operational framework of the University Security Department's back-office processes. - Mandatory incorporation of critical features, including Emergency, First Aid, and Wellbeing assistance, as well as functionalities such as check-in and tip reporting. - Incorporation of geo-location capabilities to enhance effectiveness. - Provision for users to share essential information such as medical conditions, ensuring full compliance with GDPR regulations. - Facilitation of mass notifications for improved communication. - Deployment within a cloud-based infrastructure. - Adherence to Open API Standards, promoting interoperability and integration. - Functionality to extend regional support, enabling users to travel to other universities across Scotland while integrating with their respective Emergency and Security Management solutions and have a reciprocal arrangement. Interested parties are encouraged to provide their responses to this PIN no later than 7th September 2023. The University of Aberdeen is ranked 4th in the UK for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2022. This initiative to engage the market reflects our commitment to ensuring sustained student satisfaction by delivering an efficient Emergency and Security solution.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.abdn.ac.uk/procurement
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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=742630

## Provenance

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