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21 Jul 2026 at 08:53

Summary of the contracting process

Lancashire Constabulary, located in Preston, has completed a procurement process for the renewal of the Idera SQL Performance Suite from Softcat Plc. This award, valued at £17,998.64, pertains to software package and information systems under the CPV code 48000000, and was executed through a call-off from the NHS Shared Business Services Digital Workspace Solutions Framework 2. The award process reached the completion stage, with the active award announced on 1st June 2026. The contract, valid from 9th August 2026 to 8th August 2029, will be executed in the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender offers business growth opportunities for established software companies, particularly those proficient in delivering large-scale and specialised IT solutions similar to those undertaken by Softcat Plc. Given its specific nature and existing framework conditions, it is less suitable for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), but presents a lucrative opportunity for companies capable of supporting and enhancing software performance solutions on a regional level. Engaging in such contracts can substantially bolster a company’s portfolio and credibility within the information systems industry.

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Notice Title

Idera SQL Performance Suite (2026-2029)

Notice Description

Renewal of the Idera SQL Performance Suite via Softcat through the NHS Shared Business Services Digital Workspace Solutions Framework 2, for the period 9th August 2026 until 8th August 2029.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e192e81c-40ba-494f-b070-60839201842c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7130fcdc-90ee-4ade-9166-d68a5a0c0f3e
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
£17,998 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£17,998 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
8 Aug 2026 - 8 Aug 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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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