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Socrates Software

THE CHIEF CONSTABLE OF THAMES VALLEY POLICE

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24 Mar 2026 at 16:43

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by The Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police pertains to the acquisition of the Socrates Software, aimed at enhancing forensic evidence handling, case management, and pattern recognition in investigations. The contracting authority operates from Kidlington, United Kingdom, within the sub-central government sector. The software, central to the Financial Intelligence Unit, originates from the IT services industry category. The process has reached the award stage, with NEC SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS UK LIMITED identified as the supplier. The anticipated contract period starts on 1st April 2026 and extends to 31st March 2027, with potential renewals for two additional 12-month periods. The procurement was executed directly without competition, as it falls below the threshold established under 2023 UK legislation.

This tender represents substantial business growth opportunities for organisations specialising in IT services, especially those focusing on consulting and software development for law enforcement agencies. Businesses with expertise in secure forensic systems and case management solutions would find themselves well-prepared to enter this domain. Direct relations with public authorities and skills in managing government contracts are crucial for competing effectively. The procurement method chosen reflects the need for a specific and proven solution, suitable for companies already possessing established credentials and experience in high-security software solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Socrates Software

Notice Description

Socrates supports secure forensic evidence handling, case management, matching of evidence, Modus Operandi matching, and pattern recognition between apparently unrelated cases. It incorporates a large suite of modules. In the main, Socrates is used by FIU staff.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067334
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027014-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,830 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20261 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
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CHIEF CONSTABLE OF THAMES VALLEY POLICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIDLINGTON
Postcode
OX5 1NZ
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cherwell
Electoral Ward
Kidlington West
Westminster Constituency
Bicester and Woodstock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NEC SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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