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Cisco CLM

THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR ESSEX

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20 Feb 2026 at 08:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the acquisition of Cisco Modelling Labs Enterprise Edition software, specifically designed to support 20 nodes for Kent and Essex Police. The buying organisations responsible for this contract are the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex and the Police and Crime Commissioner for Kent. Both organisations operate within the public authority sub-central government sector in the United Kingdom, with addresses in Witham and Maidstone, respectively. The procurement process is in the award stage, with the contract awarded on 31st July 2025, and the operation period extends from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2028. This contract falls under the industry category of data network support services and scientific software packages, utilising a limited procurement method due to it being below the threshold with restricted competition.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in data network support and scientific software packages, particularly those with experience in serving law enforcement agencies. With a gross contract value of £17,346.22, businesses that focus on integrating and supporting large-scale enterprise software systems could find ample growth through similar collaborations. Large-scale enterprises like Softcat plc, which was awarded the contract, are well-positioned to compete, offering specialised and adaptive solutions tailored to public safety and security requirements. Companies with expertise in Cisco systems and a track record of serving governmental bodies are likely to find this sector promising for expansion and partnership opportunities.

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Notice Title

Cisco CLM

Notice Description

Cisco CML (Cisco Modelling Labs) Enterprise Edition. Base license including 20 nodes and support for Kent and Essex Police.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0658bb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015479-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48461000 - Analytical or scientific software package

72315100 - Data network support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£14,455 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR ESSEX
Additional Buyers

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR KENT

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tina.vansertima@essex.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WITHAM
Postcode
CM8 3HB
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Park Wood & Mangravet
Westminster Constituency
Faversham and Mid Kent

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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