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Purchase of Security Scanning Machine

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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26 Feb 2026 at 15:49

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Durham County Council involves the purchase of a security scanning machine for the Aycliffe Secure Centre. The tender is categorized under goods and falls within the software package and information systems industry. This contract was awarded to Thruvision Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise, on 26th February 2026, with the contract active from 2nd March to 31st March 2026, covering regions across the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was below the threshold, indicating the procurement was made through a simplified process due to its value, which amounted to £76,586.00 net.

Opportunities for business growth arise as this procurement involves supplying security technology, which is pivotal for safety and surveillance. Businesses specializing in security equipment and software systems, particularly those with expertise in installation and warranty services, would be well-suited for such contracts. The involvement of a small to medium-sized enterprise like Thruvision Limited demonstrates the council's openness to collaborate with diverse business sizes, providing potential opportunities for growing SMEs focused on innovative security solutions. This scenario highlights the significance of maintaining competitive quality and compliance with relevant standards to effectively pursue similar opportunities.

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Notice Title

Purchase of Security Scanning Machine

Notice Description

Supply and installation of Thruvision security camera, bundle accessories and warranty for Aycliffe Secure Centre.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065d67
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017515-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£76,586 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5WB
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Framwellgate and Newton Hall
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THRUVISION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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