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NPCC DFR Docks and Drones

Metropolitan Police Service

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18 May 2026 at 15:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The Metropolitan Police Service has awarded a contract titled "NPCC DFR Docks and Drones" within the industry category of security, fire-fighting, police, and defence equipment. This contract involves the supply of drone and dock bundles for the NPCC Drone as First Responder Programme. The procurement process was selective, conducted as a call-off under the YPO Drones and Associated Services DPS 1148 framework. The tender stage was completed with a closing date of 27 March 2026, and the contract period extends from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2028. The procurement took place in the United Kingdom, focusing on providing opportunities primarily for SMEs.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of security and surveillance technology, especially those capable of offering comprehensive drone solutions within the stipulated budget of £363,353.54. Colena Ltd, identified as the supplier, highlights the suitability for small to medium-sized enterprises to engage with government contracts that focus on cutting-edge defence and response technologies. Businesses with expertise in innovative UAV technology and willingness to participate in public sector frameworks could find substantial growth opportunities through similar procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NPCC DFR Docks and Drones

Notice Description

Contract for the supply of drone and dock bundles for the NPCC Drone as First Responder Programme. This requirement was procured as a call off under YPO Drones and Associated Services DPS 1148. Requirement was advertised to all approved suppliers on the framework and a mini competition was run between those who registered interest.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0b3990f6-57b6-429e-9f4e-e4bd188403e5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8876fda-e717-4428-88fd-12153454bb92
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£363,353 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£363,353 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20266 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Metropolitan Police Service
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW6 6LT
Postcode Area
North West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI72 Brent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Brent
Electoral Ward
Queens Park
Westminster Constituency
Queen's Park and Maida Vale

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Colena Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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