Endoscopes. Handheld Digital Void Search Scope equipment. Manufacturers are invited to submit details of a handheld digital low light scope (or scopes) to satisfy two types of requirement:

a) A lightweight scope for void search and reconnaissance, capable of functioning in low-light conditions.

b) A high-definition scope for low-light void search and diagnostics, with a remotely controllable optical head capable of maintaining a set position.

Both requirements must be capable of being used while wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include gloves and safety goggles. The system(s) must be able to record data without the use of wireless data transmission and must be non-conductive and non-magnetic. The equipment must be able to be prepared, deployed and used by a single individual.

In addition, the Authority requires a Support Contract for the equipment for an initial three-year period with 2 x 1-year Options, which should take into account repair and routine calibration (if required). The Manufacturer should also include a list of relevant spares and ancillaries to be provided along the same timescale as the Support Contract.

Interested parties should submit an expression of interest, which includes an appropriate scope covering this requirement, to the Authority's nominated representative. This should include, but is not limited to, a full technical description and details of the equipment.

Further to the above, and as a result of assessment of responses, the Authority may request samples of products that meet the above requirements as part of the tender process. These units will be required to be supplied on loan at no cost to the Authority in order to test compliance with the system requirements. Manufacturers would then be expected to supply a manufacturing delivery schedule for direct delivery to a nominated establishment in the UK.