Award

For the Provision of a CCTV Storage Solution

UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER

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Award

20 Apr 2026 at 14:49

Tender

10 Dec 2025 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leicester has awarded a contract for the provision of a new CCTV storage solution, aimed at improving security capabilities and compliance standards. The contract was awarded to CVL Systems Ltd, a supplier based in Wellingborough, UK, on the 20th of April, 2026, with the contract period set from the 2nd of May, 2026 to the 30th of April, 2031, including options for two additional 12-month renewals. This procurement, conducted through an open procurement method, falls under the public authority sub-central government classification and involves a substantial investment of £774,000. The project will replace outdated infrastructure and provide a modern, scalable storage platform alongside enhanced video management and operator software, ensuring compatibility with the University's existing systems.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in security technology and video management systems. Companies specialising in advanced analytics, storage management solutions, and system integrations may find growth prospects through participation in such projects. With the expected deployment of cutting-edge technologies and a focus on enhancing operational efficiency and situational awareness, businesses that can offer robust, scalable solutions aligned with current technological advancements would be particularly well-suited to compete. The project’s scope and the open procurement procedure offer potential for SMEs looking to expand within the security and infrastructure sector.

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Notice Title

For the Provision of a CCTV Storage Solution

Notice Description

The University's existing CCTV storage and video management infrastructure has reached the end of its operational life, resulting in increasing maintenance requirements and constraints in meeting current security, performance, and compliance standards. A replacement solution is required to ensure continued reliability, improved security capability, and alignment with modern technological expectations. The project will deliver a replacement CCTV storage and management solution, including: *Storage Infrastructure: Implementation of a modern, scalable appliance-based and/or hybrid storage platform capable of supporting high-throughput video recording and retrieval. *Recording Management System: Deployment of an up-to-date video management system with advanced analytics and integration capability with existing security infrastructure. *Operator Software: Provision of an intuitive, feature-rich interface to enhance monitoring efficiency and situational awareness. *Integrations: Compatibility with relevant University platforms and third-party systems (e.g., telephony solutions, authentication services). *Decommissioning: Managed decommissioning of the legacy system following a minimum 30-day parallel run of the new and existing environments.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extension periods

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f317
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035773-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48782000 - Storage management software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£645,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Apr 20264 days ago
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 7RH
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)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CVL SYSTEMS

Further Information

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