Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cc1-a464-70a9-9655-04e2ddd6985b/supply-of-metal-and-threat-detection-equipment closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Supply of Metal and Threat Detection Equipment [Ministry of Justice](https://tendernation.io/buyers/ministry-of-justice) Estimated value £4,000,000 Published 26 Jul 2023 Deadline Closed 25 Aug 2023 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) is exploring the capability and capacity of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) market for the supply of a Metal Detection equipment, including dual sensor ferro and non-ferro magnetic metal detection archways, handheld detectors, and portable detection poles. The MoJ are taking this approach to support the HMPPS estate for the duration of the Agreement and estimated asset life of the equipment. Metal/threat detection capability form an important part of front-end security in prisons at staff, prisoner, and visitor gates. The archways are part of a wider capability which looks to prevent contraband from entering prisons through multiple routes. The Authority will formulate the project into several lots, to aggregate metal and wider threat detection requirements with a tender expected to be published in Autumn 2023. - Lot 1 - Dual sensor ferro and non-ferro magnetic metal detection archways - Lot 2 - Handheld Detectors - Lot 3 - Portable Detection Poles - Lot 1 Dual Sensor Multi Zone Walk Through Archway Metal Detectors and Maintenance Provision Dynamic Metal Detector that reacts to metal masses external and concealed to the body, both of ferromagnetic and non-magnetic type, transiting through its antenna. No greater than 2400 mm height, 900mm wide. Sensitivity and audio alarm adjustable. An ongoing 4-10-year maintenance provision of Archways including: Minimum of 2 Planned Preventative Maintenance Visits per annum, Reactive Call-Outs and spare part holding throughout England & Wales. - Lot 2 High Sensitivity Handheld Metal Detector Handheld paddle type metal detector. Single Handed Operation, 15kg including device, carry case and accessories. Minimum of 1 metre pass by detection. Capable of detecting ferromagnetic and non-magnetic type threats and must be capable of detection when threat obstructed by full body for pass by detection within operational range of the equipment. Lots and details of technical specifications for equipment are liable to change to this currently being in pre-procurement stage. To submit an EOI, please complete the following form by Friday 26th August (17:00 GMT): [forms.office.com/e/BATnMt33QW](https://forms.office.com/e/BATnMt33QW) All submissions will only be viewable by the Ministry of Justice, treated with commercial sensitivity and will not be shared outside of the Procurement team. 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