Future opportunity

MARKET ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITY – Transport Security Science and Research

  • Department for Transport

F01: Prior information notice (prior information only)

Notice reference: 2021/S 000-013817

Published 17 June 2021, 10:45pm



Section one: Contracting authority

one.1) Name and addresses

Department for Transport

London

Email

ramz.islam@dft.gov.uk

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

UK - United Kingdom

Internet address(es)

Main address

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-transport

Buyer's address

https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html

one.3) Communication

Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address

Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at

https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html

one.4) Type of the contracting authority

National or federal Agency/Office

one.5) Main activity

Public order and safety


Section two: Object

two.1) Scope of the procurement

two.1.1) Title

MARKET ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITY – Transport Security Science and Research

Reference number

TTSC3007

two.1.2) Main CPV code

  • 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

two.1.3) Type of contract

Services

two.1.4) Short description

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.

two.1.5) Estimated total value

Value excluding VAT: £8,000,000

two.1.6) Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: No

two.2) Description

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 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

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UK - United Kingdom

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

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.

two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice

1 September 2021


Section four. Procedure

four.1) Description

four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes