Award

The Provision of Fax Server Software- Zetafax

THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

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Award

20 Jan 2026 at 16:05

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire involves the provision of Fax Server Software, specifically the Zetafax Server Software Maintenance. Categorised under telecommunications equipment maintenance services, this procurement is located in Wellingborough in the United Kingdom, within the East Midlands region. The current stage is the Award, with the contract being signed on 16th January 2026, and it is set to commence on 28th January 2026, running through to 27th January 2029. This direct procurement method was conducted below the threshold and without competition, implying a straightforward procurement process targeted at maintaining essential telecommunications software for the organisation.

This award presents growth opportunities primarily for businesses specialising in telecommunications equipment maintenance, particularly those with capabilities in software maintenance. Large-scale providers, such as Equisys LTD, who have secured the contract, exemplify the type of company well-suited for these opportunities. Businesses with expertise in maintaining and supporting specialised software solutions can benefit from pursuing similar contracts with public authorities, expanding their portfolio and gaining visibility in the public sector. Given the direct procurement approach, businesses that maintain strong relationships with contracting authorities may find competitive advantages in such opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of Fax Server Software- Zetafax

Notice Description

Maintenance to server softer- Zetafax Server Software Maintenance

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060a54
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004980-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50330000 - Maintenance services of telecommunications equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£9,098 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
28 Jan 2026 - 27 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Contact Name
Brad Dolby
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
Not specified
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Brickhill and Queensway
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EQUISYS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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