Smiths Detection wins £18m MoD bio-consumables contract
The two-year contract involves the procurement, storage and management of components essential to the biological testing process in the advanced technology system. Smiths Detection is the world’s leading provider of government regulated security systems detecting CBRNE (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive) threats.
Andrew Lee, managing director UK, said: “This is the latest in a series of major bio-consumables orders from the MoD, underlining the importance of Service & Support to the overall IBDS programme. Our strong relationship with the MoD has been crucial in building and maintaining the skill base and managing the in-service support programme. It also helps secure jobs in our UK manufacturing plant in Watford, Herts, which employs some 260 people.”
Smiths Detection offers advanced security solutions in civil and military markets worldwide, developing and manufacturing government-regulated technology products that identify explosives, chemical and biological agents, weapons and contraband.
