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Purchase of Mobile Scanners

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORFOLK

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16 Mar 2026 at 10:51

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk, in collaboration with the Police and Crime Commissioner for Suffolk, has completed the procurement process for the purchase of mobile scanners, aimed at enhancing crime scene investigation capabilities. The procurement falls under the category of goods and involves specialised document scanners, software, and training, funded by the Home Office Grant/Capital programme. The contract, awarded to Foster & Freeman Limited, commenced on 15th March 2026 and is set to run until 31st March 2029. This process was conducted below the threshold, and involved no known specific procurement method, indicating flexibility for small businesses. The location for the delivery is within the United Kingdom, with the business address for Foster & Freeman Limited based in Evesham.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in forensic technology and equipment, particularly those capable of supplying advanced scanning solutions. SMEs, such as Foster & Freeman Limited, are particularly well-suited to participate in such tenders, especially if they offer niche products like specialist scanners with integrated software and training solutions. The contract allows businesses in this technology domain to directly engage with public authorities for substantial projects that involve both technical equipment and professional services, supporting business growth and fostering partnerships with government entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of Mobile Scanners

Notice Description

Numerous items as part of HO Grant/Capital funded equipment. Consists of specialist Document scanners, set up, Software, licencing and Training.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066aba
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023376-2026
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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38520000 - Scanners

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£42,108 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
15 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
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 AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORFOLK
Additional Buyers

POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SUFFOLK

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WYMONDHAM
Postcode
NR18 0WW
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Martlesham & Purdis Farm
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FOSTER & FREEMAN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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