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Lone Working Solution

NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL

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10 Apr 2026 at 10:56

Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle City Council has recently completed a procurement process for a "Lone Working Solution," which falls under the services industry category. The procurement was accomplished through a direct procurement method and did not involve competition as it was below the threshold. Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, the buyer required a solution for lone-working safety, incorporating both lone-worker fobs and a discreet assistance request system. The contract was awarded to TOTALMOBILE LIMITED, a large-scale supplier based in Belfast. Key dates include the start of the contract on 8th April 2026 and its end on 7th April 2027, with the contract having been signed on 31st March 2026. The procurement is classified under safety equipment, telecommunications services, and alarm-monitoring services, with a gross value of £105,228.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the telecommunications and safety equipment sectors, particularly those offering innovative alarm and monitoring solutions. TOTALMOBILE LIMITED's successful bid showcases the potential for large companies to leverage direct procurement processes without competition under certain thresholds. Suppliers capable of delivering cutting-edge safety technology and reliable telecommunications services are well-suited to pursue similar opportunities with public authority bodies like Newcastle City Council. Such projects not only promise financial growth but also allow businesses to cement their reputation within the public sector, paving the way for future contracts.

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Notice Title

Lone Working Solution

Notice Description

Newcastle City Council requires a lone-working solution and lone-worker fobs that provide staff with a discreet and reliable way to request assistance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067fda
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032764-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details 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

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

35113000 - Safety equipment

64200000 - Telecommunications services

79711000 - Alarm-monitoring services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£87,690 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
7 Apr 2026 - 7 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8QH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TOTALMOBILE

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