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UK2 - Provision of a Computer Aided Dispatch System for SBA emergency services in Cyprus.

Ministry of Defence · Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 30 Sept 2026, 14:25.

Opportunity overview

Cyber & Specialist Operations Command (CSOC) Commercial Branch seeks a single supplier capable of delivering an online Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) solution to integrate all emergency services operating within the Sovereign Base Areas (SBAs) on the island of Cyprus, including fire, police, ambulance, and customs & immigration. The service must be fully operational and effective for use within Cyprus, supporting the unique requirements of the SBAs. The CAD solutions must enable real-time coordination, communication and situational awareness for UK SBA emergency services. It should provide a unified platform for dispatch, tracking and communication across all blue light agencies, including SBA Customs & Immigration. FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS The supplier must provide a solution that meets the following capabilities: 1. A unified dashboard that enables real-time tracking of internet-connected devices (e.g. smartphones and tablets) across all emergency services. The dashboard must identify which service assets are assigned to. 2. A mobile application compatible with Android and iOS, deployable across staff and mobile resources. The application must support communication, location tracking and operational commands. It should also enable audio communication and integrate with body-camera or video equipment to enhance functionality. 3. instant on-screen features, such as: - live video streaming from a caller's device without requiring an app download - location data such as GPS for missing persons - Secure management of media attachments via SMS - Real-time text chat with multi-language translation - Delivery of operational commands through messaging and through audio - Audio communication alongside body-camera or video support. 4. Simple onboarding and setup, including bulk user creation for all services and integration with Microsoft Azure Active Directory for Single Sign-On (SSO) 5. Training options for key users and administrators, delivered remotely or face-to-face/ 6. API integration through RESTful API for data exchange, analytics dashboards, and triggering CAD functionality. 7. Integration with drones and third-party devices, supporting RTMP streaming in up to 4K UHD quality, accessible via the CAD dashboard and mobile app. 8. Support and maintenance, providing at least remote assistance via telephone and email. NON-FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS The supplier's solution must provide: 1. Secure cloud storage that will be hosted in the UK, with provision of a minimum capacity of 0.5 TB and three-way replication for data protection. 2. Full compliance with the Ministry of Defence (MOD) security standards and the GDPR. 3. High availability and built-in resilience to ensure continuity of critical operations, prevent data loss, and maintain service through multi-server connectivity. ADITIONAL DATA & SERVICE LIMITS The solution must include: 1. Provision for at least 250 high-priority SMS messages per month. 2. Support for one concurrent RTMP video stream per agency at any given time. 3. A minimum of 0.5 TB of secure, replicated cloud storage hosted in UK data centres. COMPLIANCE The solution must meet the following information security and data protection standards: 1. Adherence to Ministry of Defence (MOD) information assurance requirements and protective marking policies. 2. Full compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for handling personal and sensitive data. 3. Certification or compliance with ISO 27001, the international standard for Information Security Management, covering data protection and risk management (or a demonstrably equivalent standard).

Classification

  • CPV35711000 — Command, control, communication systems
  • CPV48180000 — Medical software package
  • CPV72212100 — Industry specific software development services
  • CPV72260000 — Software-related services
  • CPV72268000 — Software supply services
  • CPV72317000 — Data storage services

Lots

  • Lot 1Value not stated

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
715735458
Status
planning
Above Threshold
Yes
Main Procurement Category
services

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Communication

Future Notice Date
1 Mar 2026, 23:59

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Status
planning
Has Renewal
Yes

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Ends
31 Jan 2029, 23:59
Starts
1 Apr 2026, 00:00
Max Extent Date
31 Jan 2031, 23:59

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
CY
Country
CY
Country Name
Cyprus

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
72260000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Software-related services
Entry 2
Id
72212100
Scheme
CPV
Description
Industry specific software development services
Entry 3
Id
35711000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Command, control, communication systems
Entry 4
Id
48180000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Medical software package
Entry 5
Id
72317000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Data storage services
Entry 6
Id
72268000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Software supply services

Planning and budget

Documents

Entry 1
Id
083063-2025
Format
text/html
Notice Type
UK2
Description
Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
Document Type
marketEngagementNotice
Published
15 Dec 2025, 17:03

Milestones

Entry 1
Id
engagement
Type
engagement
Status
scheduled
Due
13 Jan 2026, 23:59
Description
This notice has been published as one component of a market-testing exercise. The Authority is seeking responses from potential suppliers that hold the necessary capabilities to fulfil this requirement as descrbed in this notice. After reviewing the high-level statement of requirements described on this notice, if suppliers believe they can fulfil the requirements, this should be expressed in writing to the email address below: UKStratCom-Comrcl-BFC@mod.gov.uk Any enquiries relating to this requirement should be sent to the email address above.

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Id
GB-PPON-PHVX-4316-ZVGZ
Name
Ministry of Defence

Roles

buyer

Address

Region
CY
Country
CY
Locality
Episkopi
Postal Code
HA6 3HP
Country Name
Cyprus
Street Address
HQ British Forces Cyprus, C Block, Episkopi Station BFPO 53

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Id
publicAuthorityCentralGovernment
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Description
Public authority - central government

Identifier

Id
PHVX-4316-ZVGZ
Scheme
GB-PPON

Contact

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Episkopi · CY · HA6 3HP · Cyprus
  • Delivery location · CY · Cyprus

Notice and amendment history

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  1. ocds-h6vhtk-05f61a-2025-12-15T17:03:42ZPreliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ·