Scope
Description
Wigan Council is committed to creating safer, more resilient communities in line with the upcoming Martyn's Law, also known as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025.
This legislation will require qualifying venues and public spaces to implement proportionate security measures, conduct risk assessments, and ensure staff are trained to respond effectively to potential threats.
To support this, we are seeking a digital solution that can offer real-time communication and alerting capabilities.
This pre-market engagement exercise aligns with our Progress with Unity strategy, a borough-wide movement to:
- Create fair opportunities for all residents and businesses
- Help towns and neighbourhoods flourish through safety, inclusion, and resilience
We invite providers of innovative, user-friendly, and scalable digital platforms to express interest in helping us meet the requirements of Martyn's Law while advancing our mission to build a safer, more connected Wigan.
To express interest or request further details, please contact Steve Baldwin (Steve.Baldwin@wigan.gov.uk)
Together, let's protect our communities and lead the way in public safety innovation.
Total value (estimated)
- £1 excluding VAT
- £1 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2026
- 1 year
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 75200000 - Provision of services to the community
Contract locations
- UKD3 - Greater Manchester
Engagement
Engagement deadline
14 August 2025
Engagement process description
Wigan Council are seeking expressions of interest for a digital solution that cab offer real time-communication and alerting capabilities.
Those who register an interest will be asked to attend and demonstrate their offer for the purposes of gaining market knowledge and developing Wigan Council requirements.
The date scheduled for the demonstration will be held on Friday 15th August 2025.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
12 September 2025
Contracting authority
Wigan Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PCGG-6481-TZPW
Town Hall
Wigan
WN1 1YN
United Kingdom
Contact name: Craig Arrowsmith
Telephone: +447840730058
Email: craig.arrowsmith@wigan.gov.uk
Website: http://www.wigan.gov.uk/
Region: UKD36 - Greater Manchester North West
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government