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The Provision of Network Maintenance

LEICESTERSHIRE POLICE

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03 Mar 2026 at 16:51

Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire Police has completed the procurement process for the Provision of Network Maintenance services in the region of England through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. This contract aligns with the CPV classification of maintenance and repair of data network equipment. The procurement stage reached the award phase, with SOFTCAT PLC being the awarded supplier as of 30th January 2026. The contract, valued at £1,880,000, will span from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2028. This opportunity focuses on the services industry category and reflects a significant business engagement by Leicestershire Police, based in Leicester, with contact facilitated by Simran Gill.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the data network maintenance sector, particularly those adept in framework agreement engagements. The contract duration offers a stable two-year business growth opportunity, making it ideal for enterprises specialising in network repair and maintenance services. Although the awarded company is large-scale, the procurement was suitable for SMEs, indicating potential future opportunities for smaller enterprises to compete in similar tenders. Firms looking to expand within the public sector services industry in England should consider observing similar procurement processes for future growth possibilities.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Network Maintenance

Notice Description

The Provision of Network Maintenance for Leicestershire Police

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-425148c5-fc5f-43d6-83fe-36549f70edeb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/940db51f-c72a-4c29-acfa-52e71e52675c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50312300 - Maintenance and repair of data network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,880,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,880,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE POLICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE19 2BX
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Enderby
Westminster Constituency
South Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

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