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Aries 1800 Multi-Beam Sonar Equipment -CPA/SPU/2675P

POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CHESHIRE

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12 Dec 2025 at 09:19

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the acquisition of Aries 1800 Multi-Beam Sonar Equipment for the North West Under Water Search and Marine Unit has been completed by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire, located in Winsford, Cheshire, UK. This contract, which falls under the industry categories of sonars and security, fire-fighting, police, and defence equipment, was awarded to Reeds Sonar Consultancy LTD. The procurement method used was direct, indicating a 'below threshold - without competition' process. The tender stage has concluded, and the contract commenced on 11th December 2025, with an anticipated end date of 31st March 2027. The entire transaction was managed without exceeding the financial threshold set for competitive processes.

This procurement presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in supplying sonar and related defence equipment. The direct procurement method highlights the possibility of future engagements with sub-central government bodies without the need for extensive competition, which can be attractive for niche businesses. The involvement of SMEs like Reeds Sonar Consultancy LTD in such contracts illustrates the potential for growth and innovation in supplying advanced technologies to public authorities. Companies in the sonar manufacturing and supply chain would benefit from aligning their products and services with government requirements to maximise future bidding success.

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Notice Title

Aries 1800 Multi-Beam Sonar Equipment -CPA/SPU/2675P

Notice Description

Aries 1800 Multi-Beam Sonar Equipment for the North West Under Water Search and Marine Unit. 12 month warranty included . Contract period is estimated based on the delivery lead time and then the 12 months warranty. Companies House no 09171592

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f46d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082283-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

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


CPV Codes

35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

38113000 - Sonars

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£126,850 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Dec 20255 months ago
Contract Period
11 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
WINSFORD, CHESHIRE
Postcode
CW7 2UA
Post Town
Crewe
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Winsford Over & Verdin
Westminster Constituency
Mid Cheshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REEDS SONAR CONSULTANCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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