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The Provision of Crime Prevention in a Box

THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

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10 Mar 2026 at 14:38

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire focuses on "The Provision of Crime Prevention in a Box," aimed at distributing printed leaflets and posters to Parish Councils within the Northamptonshire area. The procurement falls under the category of goods and employs a limited competition method, as the value is below the threshold. The procurement process, now in the award stage, reached completion with an active award. The contract period extends from 1st November 2025 to 31st March 2026, providing a structured timeline for interested parties. Located primarily in Northamptonshire, this tender targets the printed materials industry, with Rapido Print Solutions awarded the contract to provide the necessary items.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in printed materials, as it entails the supply of crime prevention-related brochures and leaflets. Companies with expertise in producing high-quality printing goods, particularly those familiar with public sector requirements, will find this tender appealing. Large-scale enterprises or those identifying as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE) may benefit greatly from engaging in similar contracts in the future, as they offer the potential for steady business growth through government partnerships. The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire represents a public authority within sub-central government, ensuring participation in strategically important governmental initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of Crime Prevention in a Box

Notice Description

The provision of Crime Prevention in a Box: a self-contained box of printed leaflets and posters including distribution to Parish Councils within the Northamptonshire area

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066672
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021380-2026
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

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22100000 - Printed books, brochures and leaflets

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£25,560 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 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
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

RAPIDO PRINT SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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