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Distribution Point Servers (K&E)

ESSEX POLICE

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04 Aug 2026 at 20:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Essex Police, titled "Distribution Point Servers (K&E)," involved the acquisition of computer servers for the Kent and Essex Police. The industry category for this contract falls under "goods," specifically computer servers. The procurement was managed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender reached the award stage, with the contract being awarded to Boxxe. The contract period runs from 29th July 2026 to 28th July 2031, ensuring a five-year collaboration. The pertinent delivery location is in the East of England, United Kingdom, with key addresses including postal code CM2 6DA. Notable dates include the closing of the tender period on 13th July 2026 and the award date of 28th July 2026. The total contract value amounts to £146,790, though the initial minimum value was stated as £122,325.49.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT infrastructure and computer hardware supply. Companies that are adept at providing high-quality server solutions and have experience with public sector clients can leverage such procurement processes to expand their portfolios. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are considered suitable for this contract, making it a promising opportunity for growing businesses looking to establish a foothold in the public sector market. With the contract awarded to Boxxe, those seeking similar opportunities can take inspiration from the successful aspects of the bid, such as a demonstrated capacity to meet the specific needs of law enforcement agencies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Distribution Point Servers (K&E)

Notice Description

Distribution Point Servers for Kent and Essex Police

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-828043e0-0ebb-4f9f-abc0-ba741a50221c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4103d52-cd55-4031-9d1b-38cd6d5e2f0e
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48822000 - Computer servers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£146,790 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£122,325 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
28 Jul 2026 - 28 Jul 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESSEX POLICE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ROYSTON
Postcode
SG8 7BZ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
North Hertfordshire
Electoral Ward
Royston Palace
Westminster Constituency
North East Hertfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOXXE

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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