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Server Virtualisation Refresh

LEICESTERSHIRE POLICE

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22 Dec 2025 at 12:47

Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire Police has concluded a procurement process titled "Server Virtualisation Refresh" to acquire a high-performance virtual server hosting platform, including support and maintenance throughout the contract's duration. This procurement falls under the industry category of office and computing machinery, covering the region of East Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement method involved a selective approach through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to Specialist Computer Centres PLC on 21st August 2025, and the contract period running from 24th November 2025 to 23rd November 2030. The total contract value is £480,503.99 GBP. The contract was considered complete as of its publication date on 22nd December 2025.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the computing and IT sectors, particularly those capable of providing resilient and high-performance server solutions. Although the process favoured larger companies with established frameworks, it highlights potential growth areas for firms that can deliver similar services to public sector organisations. Smaller businesses may benefit by forming partnerships or collaborations with larger tech companies to become a preferred supplier in similar future contracts involving advanced server technologies and support services.

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Notice Title

Server Virtualisation Refresh

Notice Description

Leicestershire Police are looking to purchase a new highly resilient, high performance, virtual server hosting platform with support and maintenance included for the life of the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f6cd337c-5577-4a78-928f-9a4a4b075374
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a89ecabe-4a3e-48e5-89e6-7ec90767b322
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

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£480,503 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£480,503 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
24 Nov 2025 - 23 Nov 2030 Over 5 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 POLICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE19 2BX
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
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Enderby
Westminster Constituency
South Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

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