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25 Jun 2026 at 09:44

Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council has completed the procurement process for the provision of lone working devices and mobile apps, aimed at enhancing the safety of lone workers undertaking high-risk roles. The procurement falls under the industry category of security equipment, with specific emphasis on alarm systems. This contract, valued at £249,699.20, was awarded on 23rd June 2026, with the contract period starting on 1st August 2026 and ending on 31st July 2029. Held in England, this tender was facilitated via the CCS G-cloud 14, RM1557.14 framework, and was identified under the procurement method as "Other." SoloProtect Limited, a small to medium enterprise (SME), was selected as the supplier for this initiative.

This procurement presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in security technology, particularly those equipped to develop and supply lone working devices and apps. SMEs, such as SoloProtect Limited, demonstrated their capability to deliver innovative solutions that mitigate risks associated with high-risk lone working environments. Companies within the security equipment sector, and those adept at using technological solutions to enhance workplace safety, would find this type of procurement process advantageous for expanding their business portfolio and establishing long-term partnerships with local government entities like Leicestershire County Council.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Lone Working Devices

Notice Description

Procurement of Lone working devices and mobile apps. Lone workers undertaking high-risk interventions/task/roles require technological solutions to mitigate risk and facilitate safer working. The initial contract term is for 36 months with 1 x 12 month optional extension. Awarded via CCS G-cloud 14, RM1557.14 framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-50fccf28-4ce0-4ca8-b674-a4ab05553572
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56dec0a5-e0b3-4e38-b339-d49eb4652abd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35121000 - Security equipment

35121700 - Alarm systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£249,699 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£249,699 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 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
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
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
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOLOPROTECT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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