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Provision of Software Licence Support and Maintenance

THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

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25 Feb 2026 at 16:29

Summary of the contracting process

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire has undertaken a procurement process for the "Provision of Software Licence Support and Maintenance," focusing on software support services. This contract falls under the direct procurement method and was executed via direct award, which is below the threshold and required no competition. The procurement relates to services in the public authority sector, specifically for the sub-central government level. The contracting authority is located in Wellingborough, United Kingdom, and the procurement process was completed with the contract active as of 25th February 2026. The contract covers a service period starting from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027, with potential extensions available up to March 2029.

This tender offers opportunities for business growth, especially for businesses providing software support services. With a gross contract value of £157,408.67 and a net amount of £131,173.89, this project is well-suited for SMEs that can deliver quality maintenance and support for software licences. Companies such as WPC Software Ltd, the appointed supplier located in Bristol, are ideal contenders for such procurements, showcasing expertise and competence in managing software services. This process enables suppliers to nurture relationships with public authority buyers, expand client portfolios, and enhance business profiles through collaboration on significant governmental projects.

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Notice Title

Provision of Software Licence Support and Maintenance

Notice Description

The Provision of Software Licence Support and Maintenance from WPC Software Ltd procured via direct award.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065c85
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017075-2026
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


CPV Codes

72261000 - Software support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£131,173 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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, 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
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

WPC SOFTWARE

Further Information

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