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Supply and Maintenance of Metal Detection Walk through Archways, Handheld Wands and Detection Poles

Ministry of Justice · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 26 Sept 2026, 07:42.

Opportunity overview

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) is exploring the capability and capacity of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) market for the supply of 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 detection capability forms 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 use of handheld wands and portable detection poles by prison staff provide essential avenues for searching for threats by scanning people, objects, specific areas and bags respectively. Archways, Hand-held Wands and Poles used in conjunction have a major impact on reducing conveyance routes for contraband entering prisons through Staff Gate Entry, Prisoner Visits and Prisoner reception by detecting threats related to SIM cards, mobile phones and razor blades amongst other metallic threat items. The Authority will aggregate the project into three lots to allow suppliers to bid for one or more lots based on capability in meeting metal and wider threat detection requirements. The Lots will be formulated as the following: - Lot 1- Dual sensor ferro and non-ferro magnetic metal detection archways - Lot 2- Handheld Detectors - Lot 3- Portable Detection Poles The purchasing agreement for each Lot will run for a total of six years. The maintenance agreement on Lot 1 will run for a total of ten years. The contracts for each Lot will be non-exclusive. The Authority will not guarantee any minimum volumes, value or level of demand under each Lot.

Classification

  • CPV35121000 — Security equipment
  • CPV50000000 — Repair and maintenance services

Lots

  • Supply of goods and maintenance services for security dual sensor multi detection zone walk-through Metal Detection Archways£4m
  • Supply of hand-held metal detection wands£843.2k
  • Supply of Portable Ferrous Metal Detection Poles£2.1m

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
ocds-h6vhtk-06dc4d
Status
active
Procurement Method
selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Main Procurement Category
goods
Above Threshold
Yes
Expression Of Interest Deadline
7 Sept 2026, 17:00

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Procedure

Features
This procurement will be conducted under The Procurement Act 2023 Competitive Flexible Procedure, using a staged process designed to assess supplier suitability, technical capability, equipment performance and commercial value before contract award. Stage 1- Participation stage Opportunity will be published openly via Find a Tender Service (FTS) and Contracts Finder. Interested suppliers can complete the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ). Assessment will cover the following: - Exclusion grounds - Financial standing - Legal and regulatory performance - Technical and professional capability - Modern Slavery - Carbon Reduction Plan requirements - Supply chain payment practices (if applicable). Evaluation will be conducted on a pass/fail basis. Only suppliers meeting all mandatory requirements will be progressed to the ITT stage. Stage 2- Invitation to Tender (ITT) Qualified suppliers are invited to submit a compliant tender response. The ITT will consist of: - Technical and quality responses - Social value requirements - Commercial pricing submission - Supporting evidence and attachments. Stage 3- Technical Evaluation Technical evaluation will contribute 60% of the overall award assessment and is split between 1. Written Technical ITT submission under Stage 2 2. Equipment Compliance and Performance Testing- suppliers must submit equipment for independent testing conducted by HMPPS. Stage 4- Commercial Evaluation Commercial evaluation will contribute 40% of the overall award assessment. The Authority may investigate abnormally low tenders and request supporting evidence where necessary. Final Stage- Determination of Most Advantageous Tender (MAT). The Authority will identify the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT) using the Price per Quality Point (PQP) methodology.

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
allowed

Languages

en

Enquiry period

Ends
1 Sept 2026, 17:00

Expected award period

Ends
11 Jan 2027, 23:59

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Supply of goods and maintenance services for security dual sensor multi detection zone walk-through Metal Detection Archways
Description
Dynamic Walk-through 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 10-year maintenance provision of Archways including: Minimum of 2 Planned Preventative Maintenance Visits per annum, Reactive Callouts and spare part holding throughout England & Wales
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
4,752,480
Amount
3,960,400
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Weighting Description
Stage 1- Qualification- Pass/Fail Stage 2- Quality/Technical Response (including operational testing)- 60% Financial response- 40%

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Supply Assurance
Description
Tender written response- 15%
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Fault Fix
Description
Tender written response- 5%
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Warranty
Description
Tender written response- 5%
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Quality and Performance Management
Description
Tender written response- 5%
Criterion 5
Type
quality
Name
Training
Description
Tender written response- 5%
Criterion 6
Type
quality
Name
Social Value
Description
Tender written response- 15%
Criterion 7
Type
quality
Name
Operational Testing
Description
Test Equipment Specification Compliance- Physical inspection of equipment to check compliance test specification (Pass/Fail Criteria). Effectiveness Testing- Physical threats & countermeasures on the body tests (weighted- 25%) Effectiveness Testing- Physical threats & countermeasures concealed within a representative body (weighted- 25%).
Criterion 8
Type
quality
Name
Goods Lead Times
Description
Pass/Fail question to meet Authority's minimum lead times.

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Description
Suppliers will need to pass all questions on the procurement specific questionnaire (PSQ) to be shortlisted for the Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage. Detailed scoring methodology and ITT questions will be provided to shortlisted suppliers.
For Reduction
Yes
Criterion 2
Type
economic
Description
- Evidence of financial and economic standing - Current and future insurance cover (prior to contract award) - Compliance with UK GDPR - Data handling and UK data residency controls - Cyber Essentials requirements - Supply chain and personnel vetting checks
Criterion 3
Type
technical
Description
- Original Equipment Manufacturers (all Lots) - NIJ Standard 0601.02 or demonstrably equivalent standard, by an appropriately accredited testing body (Lot 1) - NIJ Standard 0602.02 or demonstrably equivalent standard, by an appropriately accredited testing body (Lot 2) - UKCA/CE mark (all Lots) - Experience of subcontractor management (where applicable)

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Apr 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Mar 2037, 23:59
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Supply of hand-held metal detection wands
Description
Handheld paddle type metal detector. Single Handed Operation, less than 3KG, Capable of detecting Ferrous and Non-ferrous metals including stainless steel on the body and within/concealed in the body.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
1,011,816
Amount
843,180
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Weighting Description
Stage 1- Qualification- Pass/Fail Stage 2- Quality/Technical Response (including operational testing)- 60% Financial response- 40%

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Goods Lead Times
Description
Pass/Fail to meet Authority's minimum lead times.
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Supply assurance
Description
Tender written response- 15%
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Quality and Performance Management
Description
Tender written response- 10%
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Training
Description
Tender written response- 10%
Criterion 5
Type
quality
Name
Social value
Description
Tender written response- 15%
Criterion 6
Type
quality
Name
Operational testing
Description
Test Equipment Specification Compliance- Physical inspection of equipment to check compliance test specification (Pass/Fail Criteria). Effectiveness Testing- Physical threats & countermeasures on the body tests (weighted- 20%) Effectiveness Testing- Physical threats & countermeasures concealed within a representative body (weighted- 20%) Interference Test- Interference Testing in a Simulated Environment (weighted- 10%)

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Description
Suppliers will need to pass all questions on the procurement specific questionnaire (PSQ) to be shortlisted for the Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage. Detailed scoring methodology and ITT questions will be provided to shortlisted suppliers.
For Reduction
Yes
Criterion 2
Type
economic
Description
- Evidence of financial and economic standing - Current and future insurance cover (prior to contract award) - Compliance with UK GDPR - Data handling and UK data residency controls - Cyber Essentials requirements - Supply chain and personnel vetting checks
Criterion 3
Type
technical
Description
- Original Equipment Manufacturers (all Lots) - NIJ Standard 0601.02 or demonstrably equivalent standard, by an appropriately accredited testing body (Lot 1) - NIJ Standard 0602.02 or demonstrably equivalent standard, by an appropriately accredited testing body (Lot 2) - UKCA/CE mark (all Lots) - Experience of subcontractor management (where applicable)

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Apr 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Mar 2037, 23:59
Entry 3
Id
3
Title
Supply of Portable Ferrous Metal Detection Poles
Description
Device to be no greater than 2000mm (height) and 800mm (width). Unit must be able to fit through a 30-inch standard door width when disassembled. Minimum of 12 hours continuous battery life, greater than 15kg including device, carry case and accessories. Minimum of 1 metre pass by detection. Capable of detecting ferromagnetic and nonmagnetic type threats and must be capable of detection when threat obstructed by full body for pass by detection within operational range of the equipment.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
2,503,656
Amount
2,086,380
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Weighting Description
Stage 1- Qualification- Pass/Fail Stage 2- Quality/Technical Response (including operational testing)- 60% Financial response- 40%

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Goods Lead Times
Description
Pass/Fail to meet Authority's minimum lead times.
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Supply assurance
Description
Tender written response- 15%
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Quality and Performance Management
Description
Tender written response- 10%
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Training
Description
Tender written response- 10%
Criterion 5
Type
quality
Name
Social value
Description
Tender written response- 15%
Criterion 6
Type
quality
Name
Operational testing
Description
Test Equipment Specification Compliance- Physical inspection of equipment to check compliance test specification (Pass/Fail Criteria). Effectiveness Testing- Physical threats & countermeasures on the body tests (weighted- 25%) Effectiveness Testing- Physical threats & countermeasures concealed within a representative body (weighted- 25%)

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Description
Suppliers will need to pass all questions on the procurement specific questionnaire (PSQ) to be shortlisted for the Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage. Detailed scoring methodology and ITT questions will be provided to shortlisted suppliers.
For Reduction
Yes
Criterion 2
Type
economic
Description
- Evidence of financial and economic standing - Current and future insurance cover (prior to contract award) - Compliance with UK GDPR - Data handling and UK data residency controls - Cyber Essentials requirements - Supply chain and personnel vetting checks
Criterion 3
Type
technical
Description
- Original Equipment Manufacturers (all Lots) - NIJ Standard 0601.02 or demonstrably equivalent standard, by an appropriately accredited testing body (Lot 1) - NIJ Standard 0602.02 or demonstrably equivalent standard, by an appropriately accredited testing body (Lot 2) - UKCA/CE mark (all Lots) - Experience of subcontractor management (where applicable)

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Apr 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Mar 2037, 23:59

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
50000000
Description
Repair and maintenance services
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
35121000
Description
Security equipment

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
50000000
Description
Repair and maintenance services
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
35121000
Description
Security equipment

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 3
Id
3
Related Lot
3

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
50000000
Description
Repair and maintenance services
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
35121000
Description
Security equipment

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Entry 2
Id
future
Document Type
biddingDocuments
Access Details
Documents will be provided electronically through the procurement portal to suppliers who successfully satisfy the conditions of participation and are invited to submit a full tender response.
Entry 3
Id
074337-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
5 Aug 2026, 15:56
Format
text/html

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
Ministry of Justice
Id
GB-PPON-PDNN-2773-HVYN

Identifier

Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PDNN-2773-HVYN

Address

Street Address
102 Petty France
Locality
London
Postal Code
SW1H 9AJ
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKI32

Contact

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

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

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · London · UKI32 · SW1H 9AJ · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UK · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

3 published notice versions reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

3 VERSIONS
  1. 074153-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·
  2. 074156-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·
  3. 074337-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·