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Bi-directional Speed Cameras

LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY

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20 May 2026 at 14:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Bi-directional Speed Cameras" contract was undertaken by Lancashire Constabulary, with the tender focusing on the purchase, service, and maintenance of speed camera equipment from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2030. This contract is categorised under the goods industry with a CPV code of 34971000 and is specifically located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The process has reached the award stage, with the contract being actively awarded on 12th May 2026 and published on 20th May 2026. The procurement followed a selective approach, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total contract value of £256,751.40.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in speed camera equipment and related services. It is particularly suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as the tender documents specify their suitability for involvement. Companies with expertise in providing high-quality, durable speed cameras and those capable of offering ongoing service and maintenance over the agreed period would find this procurement beneficial for expanding their business capabilities and securing government contracts. Additionally, the presence of a structured framework agreement indicates potential future collaboration opportunities with Lancashire Constabulary and other public sector entities.

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Notice Title

Bi-directional Speed Cameras

Notice Description

Purchase of Bi-directional Speed Cameras, including works, service & maintenance, for the period 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2030.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f883a46c-33a7-4650-9417-a7091921b646
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f5c97c4-03f6-4c1c-a079-37bd866bde8f
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34971000 - Speed camera equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£256,751 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£256,751 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2031 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
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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