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21 Jul 2026 at 15:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Missing From Home Compact (2026-2029)" involves the purchase of WPC Compact for the Lancashire Constabulary via NHS Shared Business Services, utilizing the Digital Workspace Solutions 2 Framework. This process, classified under the software package and information systems category, covers the North West region of the United Kingdom. It has progressed to the award stage, where Softcat Plc has been selected as the supplier. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period runs from 15th July 2026 to 14th July 2029, with the final tender period concluding on 1st May 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the software development and information systems industry, particularly those capable of supplying software solutions tailored to governmental and public safety bodies. Although the suitability requirements do not specifically encourage small or voluntary sector organisations, large-scale businesses that can provide comprehensive digital workspace solutions will find this contract beneficial. Engaging in such contracts can bolster a company's portfolio in public sector collaborations and expand its footprint in the North West region of the UK.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Missing From Home Compact (2026-2029)

Notice Description

Purchase of WPC Compact for Missing From Home with Softcat via NHS Shared Business Services, Digital Workspace Solutions 2 Framework, for the period 15th July 2026 until 14th July 2029.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9477cd23-bfd7-4742-9a53-9594d81a2463
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b89753e-977e-432c-bb1f-0cb04a9e0333
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£96,257 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£96,257 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20263 months ago
Contract Period
14 Jul 2026 - 14 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
LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR4 5SB
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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