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The provision of Joint command unit IT Support

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire

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19 Feb 2026 at 11:16

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire as the buying organisation, concerning the provision of Joint Command Unit IT Support for the Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Unit. The process falls under the 'services' category, with additional elements involving 'goods'. The contract was awarded on 1st January 2026, with active status, and is set to run until 31st December 2026, with potential extensions up to December 2028. Located in Wellingborough, the procurement method was direct, below threshold without competition, reflecting a streamlined approach tailored for specific needs.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in software support services and hardware provision, particularly those with capabilities in IT support for command units. Excelerate Technology Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Cardiff, successfully secured this contract, indicating that SMEs with expertise in IT solutions are well-positioned to bid for similar opportunities. With a gross contract value of £31,737.6, it demonstrates potential growth avenues for businesses aiming to enhance their portfolio in public sector support services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The provision of Joint command unit IT Support

Notice Description

The provision of Joint command unit IT Support for Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Unit

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0657ee
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015145-2026
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£26,448 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 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, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGBOROUGH
Postcode
NN8 6GS
Postcode Area
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 & Queensway
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Excelerate Technology ltd

Further Information

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