Award

The provision for the purchase of Drones

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR HUMBERSIDE

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19 Mar 2026 at 14:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by The Police and Crime Commissioner for Humberside, focused on the purchase of drones and related accessories. This limited competition tender concluded with an award, as noted on 19th March 2026, following legal frameworks stipulated by UKPGA 2023/54. The process involved a below-threshold limited competition approach to solicit quotes, ultimately awarding the contract based on cost-effectiveness. The procurement, classified under the goods category, targeted regions including UKC, UKD, and UKE among others within the United Kingdom. Practical engagement took place from 11th January to 10th February 2026. The contracting stage is complete, and the supplier, Caelus Drones Ltd T/A Enterprise UAV, is a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) providing the necessary equipment.

This tender creates opportunities particularly for SMEs in the technology sector, specialised in airborne surveillance equipment such as drones and camera accessories. Businesses with expertise in producing high-quality drones and innovative technology solutions for security and monitoring services are well-suited to compete in similar tenders. It allows enterprises with cost-effective production capacities to benefit from public sector collaboration. Leveraging such contracts can promote business growth through extended exposure and establishment within governmental frameworks. Such procurement processes demonstrate lucrative openings for businesses that focus on cutting-edge technological advancements, catering to public safety and surveillance needs.

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Notice Title

The provision for the purchase of Drones

Notice Description

Humberside Police ran a 3 quote process for the supply of Drones and accessories. The contract was awarded to the cheapest quote.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066f09
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025226-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38651000 - Cameras

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£53,236 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
11 Jan 2026 - 10 Feb 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
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR HUMBERSIDE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COTTINGHAM
Postcode
HU16 5SN
Post Town
Hull
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE12 East Riding of Yorkshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Riding of Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Cottingham North
Westminster Constituency
Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAELUS DRONES LTD T/A ENTERPRISE UAV

Further Information

Notice Documents

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