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Provision of a Crime Intelligence and Investigation Management System

DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY

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16 Sep 2025 at 08:33

Summary of the contracting process

The DVLA, located in Swansea, Wales, has concluded a selective procurement process for the provision of a Crime Intelligence and Investigation Management System, classified under the industry category of computer control systems. The procurement was completed through a call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract that commenced on August 18, 2025, and will run until August 17, 2028. The total value of the contract is estimated at £1,089,090, whilst the minimum contract value awarded was £807,145. The award decision was published on September 16, 2025, following the tender period that ended on August 1, 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in IT solutions and software development, as the procurement method facilitates selective engagement with qualified bidders. Companies with expertise in developing and managing computer control systems would find themselves well-positioned to compete in similar future projects. As the award illustrates, the framework agreement approach can streamline access to substantial public sector contracts, offering business growth potential through collaboration with the DVLA and participation in enhancing public service infrastructure.

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Notice Title

Provision of a Crime Intelligence and Investigation Management System

Notice Description

Provision of a Crime Intelligence and Investigation Management System

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd2fa5ac-2e68-444d-954e-e39f4f8848c6
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

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48151000 - Computer control system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,089,090 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£807,145 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Aug 20258 months ago
Contract Period
17 Aug 2025 - 17 Aug 2028 3-4 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
DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA6 7JL
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Mynydd-bach
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLUE COMPUTING

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