Provision of Command and Control Solution

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NOTTINGHAMSHIRE

This public procurement record has 7 releases in its history.

Award

22 May 2026 at 14:21

TenderUpdate

20 Mar 2026 at 08:47

TenderUpdate

09 Mar 2026 at 10:09

Tender

27 Feb 2026 at 16:31

PlanningUpdate

28 Nov 2025 at 15:21

Planning

25 Nov 2025 at 14:59

Planning

12 Nov 2025 at 15:18

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by The Police and Crime Commissioner for Nottinghamshire focuses on acquiring a Command and Control Solution, categorised under IT services. This project, aligned with public authority sub-central government, takes place in Nottingham, UKF region, with the tender now in the award stage as of 22 May 2026. The procurement method was an open, competitive flexible procedure, notable for its emphasis on demonstrations and price evaluation. Key deadlines include a standstill period ending on 3 June 2026, with the contract period set to commence on 16 June 2026 and potentially extendable to February 2038 through optional extensions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for large IT service providers with expertise in consulting, software development, Internet, and support services. The successful bidder, SSS Public Safety Limited, reflects the scale required to meet the demanding standards outlined in the tender. Businesses with strategic innovation capabilities and a track record of delivering integrated, future-proof solutions will find this project appealing. The ability to interact seamlessly with existing infrastructure and contribute to organisational efficiency within Nottinghamshire Police underscores a lucrative chance for growth and partnership in the public safety sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of Command and Control Solution

Notice Description

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Nottinghamshire (the Contracting Authority) intend to award a Contract for the provision of a Command and Control Solution, as detailed in the ITT Statement of Requirement. The Contracting Authority seeks to engage with a strategic, innovative, and experienced Supplier capable of delivering a robust, future proof command-and-control system for Nottinghamshire Police. The solution must fully align with operational needs, enhance organisational efficiency, improve overall performance, and support compliance with all relevant standards and regulations. The required system should enable seamless integration with existing infrastructure and technologies, while also supporting continuous improvement across all departments that rely on command-and-control capabilities. The successful Supplier will be expected to work collaboratively with the Contracting Authority to ensure an effective and resilient implementation that meets current and future operational demands.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There will be an indicative implementation period of 18 months. The initial contract term will be six (6) years from system go live date. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to extend the contract by up to two additional periods of 24 months The full contract duration if all extension options are take will be ten (10) years. (From system go live date)

Planning Information

Further details on this pre-market engagement process can be found directly on the Atamis portal : https://nottinghamshirepolice.my.site.com/s/Welcome Once you register for this opportunity, you will have access to the pre-market engagement documentation. If you experience any issues when registering please contact - commercialenquiries@notts.police.co.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dfca
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048098-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£14,579,293 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
21 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jun 2026 - 28 Feb 2034 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2032-03-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG5 8PP
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF16 South Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Gedling
Electoral Ward
Calverton
Westminster Constituency
Sherwood Forest

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SSS PUBLIC SAFETY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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