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Photographic and Surveillance Equipment, Parts, Accessories

DURHAM CONSTABULARY

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Summary of the contracting process

Durham Constabulary has awarded a contract titled "Photographic and Surveillance Equipment, Parts, Accessories." This procurement involves the purchase of camera equipment and associated accessories, using a call-off from a framework agreement (BLC0128). The process followed a direct award procedure for selecting Proactive UK Ltd as the supplier. The contract, valued at GBP 80,000, spans from 8th September 2025 to 7th September 2028, with a possible one-year extension to 7th September 2029. The location of the contract is focused in the North East of the United Kingdom, under the industry category code (CPV) 38651000 for Cameras. This procurement stage is complete, with the award being published on 9th September 2025.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the field of photographic and surveillance technology, particularly those offering camera equipment and accessories. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), considering the procurement's selective method and direct framework approach. Companies operating within this niche market, particularly those capable of meeting the stringent requirements of a public authority like Durham Constabulary, stand to gain from participating in similar tenders. The framework agreement offers a streamlined procurement process, allowing quick and efficient fulfilment of public sector needs, which could be advantageous for businesses aiming to expand their public sector clientele.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Photographic and Surveillance Equipment, Parts, Accessories

Notice Description

The force used a direct award procedure to the most cost effective supplier on the framework on the authorities requirements as detailed within the framework conditions using the framework pricing schedule. The award was for the Purchase of Camera equipment and associated accessories via Lot 1 of the framework. The framework used was BLC0128 - Photographic and Surveillance Equipment, Parts, Accessories and Consumables. The contract term is as follows: Initial term 3 years (36 months) from 08/09/2025 to 07/09/2028 One extension available for 12 months to an ultimate end date of 07/09/2029

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-22c95ee0-dd0f-4c6f-80ee-a4997689b394
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e4c939f-d876-40b0-8088-e931868d70b7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38651000 - Cameras

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Sep 20257 months ago
Contract Period
7 Sep 2025 - 7 Sep 2028 3-4 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
DURHAM CONSTABULARY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5TT
Post Town
Durham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROACTIVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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