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The Provision of Forensic Licenses 2026 - CPA/SPU/2792P

Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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09 Jul 2026 at 11:27

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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22 May 2026 at 13:51

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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15 May 2026 at 09:13

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "The Provision of Forensic Licenses 2026 - CPA/SPU/2792P" was conducted by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire, located in Winsford, Cheshire, UK. This procurement, categorised under the industry of software packages and information systems, was carried out through a direct award method due to Magnet Forensics, LLC being identified as the sole supplier able to meet the complete service requirements. The contract covers the provision of forensic licenses over a term beginning 1st July 2026 and ending 30th June 2027, with a gross value of £243,912. The award stage is complete, with the contract signed and active as of 30th June 2026.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in software, particularly those focusing on forensic and information system solutions. The procurement approach favours companies that can offer exclusive or specialised products that align with specific requirements such as those in the public safety sector. Businesses capable of innovating within the legal and investigative spheres, or those looking to expand their market share in government contracts, would find this type of contract advantageous. The direct procurement method highlights the relevance of offering unique and technically advanced solutions that meet stringent criteria.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of Forensic Licenses 2026 - CPA/SPU/2792P

Notice Description

The Provision of Forensic Licenses for the period 1st July 2026 - 30th June 2027

Procurement Information

Magnet Forensics are the only Supplier of this product that provides the complete service required.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0699a9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064602-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£203,260 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£203,260 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20264 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 6-12 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
Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WINSFORD, CHESHIRE
Postcode
CW7 2UA
Postcode Area
Crewe
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Winsford Over & Verdin
Westminster Constituency
Mid Cheshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Magnet Forensics LLC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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