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Body Worn Cameras and associated software

BLACKPOOL COUNCIL

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12 Aug 2025 at 08:18

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process initiated by Blackpool Council involved the acquisition of body-worn cameras and associated software for their Public Protection Division. The procurement was completed using a limited method under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54, tailored for below-threshold, limited competition. The contract was awarded to Halo Technologies Europe Ltd, trading as HALOS, a supplier based in Belfast, UK. This procurement has reached the contract stage, with the active contract period starting from 1st August 2025 and set to conclude on 31st July 2028. The procurement category falls under goods, specifically camera bodies, with the delivery location identified as Blackpool, UKD42.

This tender represents a fruitful opportunity for businesses specialising in surveillance technology, particularly those offering innovative solutions in body-worn camera systems. SMEs, such as Halo Technologies Europe Ltd, are well-positioned to compete in such procurements, benefiting from the structured, though restricted, competitive environment designed for below-threshold procurements. Engaging in contracts with public authorities like Blackpool Council can significantly enhance business growth by providing consistent revenue streams and boosting market reputation within the public sector domain.

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Notice Title

Body Worn Cameras and associated software

Notice Description

Provision of a number of body worn cameras along with the associated software for Public Protection Division

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0585a4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047839-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38651200 - Camera bodies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£48,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLACKPOOL COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ftsprocurementnotices@blackpool.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY1 1NB
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Talbot
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HALO TECHNOLOGIES EUROPE LTD T/A HALOS

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