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Variation to increase Licence Numbers for DEvA Project: Case Management System for Digital Forensics (Nimbus)

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LINCOLNSHIRE

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29 Apr 2026 at 08:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Lincolnshire has completed the awarding stage for a procurement titled "Variation to increase Licence Numbers for DEvA Project: Case Management System for Digital Forensics (Nimbus)," aimed at supporting the Lincolnshire Police Digital Forensics Unit. Classified under the industry-specific software package (CPV code: 48100000), this procurement involves services and is located in Lincoln, England (postal code: LN2 2LT). The procurement method used was a variation to the existing contract (CCM/0841), with the contract period starting on 1st May 2026 and ending on 30th September 2027. The awarded contract, valued at GBP 337,140, was officially published on 29th April 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, primarily benefiting small to medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in industry-specific software solutions. The business awarded, Black Rainbow Limited, exemplifies a successful SME engagement in this procurement process. Companies offering innovative digital forensics software that can enhance case management systems should particularly consider pursuing similar opportunities, given the focus on increasing efficiencies for police operations. Collaborations or partnerships with law enforcement agencies can lead to further growth and expansion within the public sector technology market.

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Notice Title

Variation to increase Licence Numbers for DEvA Project: Case Management System for Digital Forensics (Nimbus)

Notice Description

Variation to increase Licence Numbers for DEvA Project: Case Management System for Digital Forensics (Nimbus) for use by Lincolnshire Police DFU

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-76ff5400-8c82-4bc6-b0a1-9486cc5d5744
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fab1168-bb01-4712-b66b-6056e92f7874
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Variation to current contract CCM/0841
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£337,140 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£337,140 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 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
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LINCOLNSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN2 2LT
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Lindsey
Electoral Ward
Nettleham
Westminster Constituency
Gainsborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLACK RAINBOW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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