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Maintenance for Forensic Equipment

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SURREY

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02 Feb 2026 at 15:32

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02 Feb 2026 at 15:22

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Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey has awarded a contract titled "Maintenance for Forensic Equipment" to Foster & Freeman Limited. This procurement process, identified as JPS3001, falls under the "Repair and maintenance services" category and is focused on maintaining forensic equipment initially supplied by the same provider. This direct procurement was conducted below the threshold without competition and is now at the award stage. The maintenance contract, commencing on the 2nd of February 2026, will run until the 30th of December 2026, with potential extensions up to the 1st of December 2030. Located in Guildford, UKJ25 region, the contract offers a gross value of £52,167.19, with an active contract status as of the date signed, 1st of December 2025.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in forensic equipment maintenance and repair services. Companies within the same region or offering similar services can explore potential subcontracting opportunities or partnerships with Foster & Freeman Limited. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in forensic technologies could particularly benefit by establishing relationships for future demand-led maintenance needs. The contract's flexibility for 12-month extensions also implies ongoing service provision and potential long-term collaboration, making it strategically valuable for businesses aiming to grow their portfolio in public sector procurement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Maintenance for Forensic Equipment

Notice Description

Maintenance and repair for equipment previously purchased from the supplier Foster and Freeman of which require the same supplier to provider maintenance and repair for. Contract start date 01/12/2025 Contract end date 01/12/2026 Contract Ultimate end date 01/12/2030 Extensions will be undertaken whilst current equipment is in place. This is demand led based on annual maintenance and any additional repairs required.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061478
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009078-2026
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£43,547 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£43,547 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20253 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 30 Dec 2026 6-12 months
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 AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SURREY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GUILDFORD
Postcode
GU3 1YJ
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
Stoke
Westminster Constituency
Guildford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FOSTER & FREEMAN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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