Security and Surveillance Equipment & Services
Framework Description
ESPO's Security and Surveillance Equipment & Services framework (reference 628_23) covers public and private space CCTV, access control, intruder detection, integrated security systems, independent security consultancy, body worn video and ANPR cameras. It has eight lots, was procured under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and is not a DPS. It runs from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2027, with no extension option.
Context & Use Case
Local authorities, schools, NHS bodies and police and community safety teams use 628_23 to install or upgrade town centre CCTV, secure buildings with access control and alarms, equip staff with body worn video, or add ANPR at car parks and depots. The independent consultancy lot lets buyers get impartial design advice before procuring equipment. Buyers complete ESPO's Access & Confidentiality Agreement to see documents.
Scope of Services
Lot 1: Public space surveillance systems Lot 2: Private space surveillance systems Lot 3: Access control systems Lot 4: Intruder detection systems Lot 5: Integrated security systems (628B_23) Lot 6: Independent security consultancy services Lot 7: Body worn video (BWV) cameras Lot 8: Automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras
Lots
Lot 1 Public Space Surveillance Systems; Lot 2 Private Space Surveillance Systems; Lot 3 Access Control Systems; Lot 4 Intruder Detection Systems; Lot 5 628B_23 Integrated Security Systems; Lot 6 Independent Security Consultancy Services; Lot 7 Body Worn Video (BWV) Cameras; Lot 8 Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) Cameras
Who Can Apply
Suits CCTV and security systems integrators, access control and alarm installers, body worn video and ANPR suppliers, and independent security consultants. Applications for 628_23 are closed, and with no extension beyond 30 June 2027, its replacement is the next way in.
Buyer Benefits
Buyers can split specialist needs, such as body worn video or ANPR, from general installation work, and get independent consultancy separate from the companies that sell equipment. That separation helps public bodies justify design decisions and avoid being tied to one integrator's proprietary system.
Next Steps
With under nine months left and no extension, watch ESPO's frameworks pages and Find a Tender for the replacement of 628_23. Gather NSI or SSAIB certification, data protection and surveillance code of practice evidence, and public sector case studies by lot. Appointed suppliers should keep competing for projects until 30 June 2027.
How Athena Can Help
The replacement for 628_23 is likely to be tendered soon. Athena's framework submission support helps you choose between the eight lot areas, write technical and data protection responses, and compliance-check the application before submission.
For current suppliers, our bid writing and win themes help win security projects, and our bid/no-bid decision support helps you focus on the council and NHS tenders where your systems and references give you the best chance.
