Award

The Provision of Intelligence/Telecommunications Digital Evidence Software

THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

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Award

05 Sep 2025 at 12:37

Tender

01 May 2025 at 15:22

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of Intelligence/Telecommunications Digital Evidence Software was initiated by The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire to aid in their investigations. The procurement falls under the industry category of software package and information systems and targets the location of Northamptonshire, United Kingdom (UKF25 region). The procurement method used was an open, competitive flexible procedure. The tender, identified as C0140, has reached the award stage, with Forensic Analytics Ltd being awarded the contract. The contract period is scheduled from 18th September 2025 to 17th September 2028, with potential extensions of up to two additional years. The total contract value stands at £475,800 excluding VAT, reflecting a competitive tendering process completed successfully.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for providers in the software and digital evidence industries, particularly those specialising in telecommunications intelligence solutions. Companies like SMEs with expertise in developing advanced forensic evidence software will find this tender beneficial for growth and establishing a foothold within law enforcement technology markets. The competitive process involved multiple stages focused on trial, quality, and pricing, ensuring that capable suppliers were selected. Furthermore, businesses that can offer innovative solutions to meet evolving law enforcement needs within stipulated budgets could greatly benefit from similar public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Intelligence/Telecommunications Digital Evidence Software

Notice Description

Northamptonshire Police are seeking Providers who can provide Intelligence/Telecommunications Digital Evidence Software to aid in their investigations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050bbc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054289-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£475,800 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
17 Sep 2025 - 17 Sep 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
2028-08-31

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Contact Name
Ruth Kent
Contact Email
commercial@northants.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGBOROUGH
Postcode
NN8 6GS
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF25 North Northamptonshire

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Brickhill and Queensway
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

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