Award of Contract for Key Cabinets

The Ministry of Justice in the UK has successfully awarded a contract for the supply and installation of key cabinets and radio lockers as part of its New Prison Capacity Sub Portfolio. The total value of the contract amounts to £480,648.20, reflecting the importance of secure storage solutions in the modern justice system.

The awarded contractor, ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions UK Limited, based in Reading, has been selected for this vital role due to their expertise in providing high-quality security products essential for maintaining safety in prison environments. The contracting body recognized the necessity of this procurement as it aligns with their ongoing effort to enhance operational security and efficiency across multiple sites.

Interestingly, the procurement was executed through a negotiated procedure without prior publication, allowed under certain circumstances detailed in public contract regulations. This sped up the contracting process and ensured that the necessary security standards could be met effectively with specialized products. The Ministry of Justice underscores the significance of this investment not just in terms of security, but also in ensuring that their operational capabilities are maintained without disruption.