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RF Equipment First Forensics

HOME OFFICE

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23 Jan 2026 at 10:52

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Home Office, involved the purchase of RF Equipment for First Forensics, specifically a model upgrade of Discovery PRO along with a renewal of the licence and support agreement. Categorised under Information systems, this contract was awarded under a direct procurement method, specifically through single tender action. The process is complete, with the award date on 12 January 2026, concluding the tender period that ended on 9 January 2026. Located at Peel Building, Marsham Street, London, the project aligns with services as its main procurement category, and carries a contract value of £12,855. The contract period runs from 12 January 2026 to 11 January 2027.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as the suitability requirements highlight this focus. Companies adept in information systems and technology services will find this tender particularly apt for their expertise. With the Home Office as the contracting authority, suppliers can benefit from an established and prestigious client relationship. Businesses well-versed in handling government contracts and capable of providing high-quality forensic equipment and supporting services will be well-positioned to compete effectively within this procurement framework.

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Notice Title

RF Equipment First Forensics

Notice Description

This is a purchase (model upgrade) of three new Discovery PRO and renewal of licence and support agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3b9606e4-30f8-42dd-b0f2-bd1583b7eb1f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4100441f-8212-409a-ae03-9c09f44152ef
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48810000 - Information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,855 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£12,855 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 11 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIRST FORENSIC SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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