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Data Protection Officer as a Service

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR HUMBERSIDE

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28 Jan 2026 at 09:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by The Police and Crime Commissioner for Humberside was recently completed, focusing on the provision of a Data Protection Officer as a Service. Operating under a direct procurement method without competitive bidding, the contract was awarded to TMC3 LIMITED, based in Liverpool. This service is under the industry category of IT services and business and management consultancy, necessitating specialised security clearances and certifications, reflecting its importance in law enforcement data protection requirements. The contract commenced on 14th October 2025 and is set to conclude by 6th February 2026, with the total contract value amounting to £27,000 before tax.

Businesses with expertise in providing IT consultancy and data protection solutions, particularly those familiar with law enforcement data protection, will find opportunities for growth in such contracts. This tender required previous experience with police forces, which suggests that companies holding such credentials can leverage this for enhanced competitive advantage. Additionally, firms with advanced security standards such as ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications will be well-positioned to engage in similar opportunities within the public sector, especially where stringent data handling capabilities are mandated.

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Notice Title

Data Protection Officer as a Service

Notice Description

The Force is legislatively required to have a Data Protection Officer. We require data protection support for thirty days on an as needed til Feb 2026. As this is a demand-led role, it would be beneficial if the company offered a contract where only worked hours are billed for, rather than a flat daily rate that is charged regardless of the amount of work undertaken. The consultant will need a minimum of NPPV3 vetting, and SC vetting clearance would be preferable to cover all eventualities. We also require security certification at both ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus levels, and staff security clearance must conform to BS7858:2019. Previous experience of providing data protection support to a police force is essential, due to the specific requirements of data protection legislation in relation to law enforcement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061064
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007390-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

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

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£27,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
13 Oct 2025 - 6 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR HUMBERSIDE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
konstantinos.mwaura@humberside.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
COTTINGHAM
Postcode
HU16 5SN
Post Town
Hull
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE12 East Riding of Yorkshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Riding of Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Cottingham North
Westminster Constituency
Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TMC3

Further Information

Notice Documents

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