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A Proof of Value Generative AI server

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SURREY

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19 May 2026 at 07:36

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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19 May 2026 at 07:07

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by The Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey, involves the purchase of a Falcon Generative AI Server with support and maintenance services. This contract is characterised as a direct procurement method, executed below the threshold without competition. The procurement falls under the 'goods' category with a focus on hardware, particularly relating to generative AI technology, and includes a completed framework agreement with reopening competition. The contract, valued at approximately GBP 65,201.78, was signed on 19 May 2026 and is scheduled to run from 20 May 2026 to 19 May 2027. The procurement is guided by the UKPGA legislation identifier 2023/54 and involves delivery within the United Kingdom.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in AI hardware and support services. Given its direct procurement method, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like BOXXE LIMITED are particularly suited to benefit from such opportunities, showcasing their capabilities in delivering bespoke technological solutions swiftly and efficiently. SMEs involved in providing cutting-edge AI server solutions and maintenance services can leverage this opportunity to bolster their portfolios, enhance market credibility, and establish stronger relationships with public sector entities, especially within the IT and public safety industries.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

A Proof of Value Generative AI server

Notice Description

purchase of the Falcon Generative AI Server with Support and Maintenance

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069b80
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045608-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44316400 - Hardware

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£65,201 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£65,201 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 May 2026 - 19 May 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
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SURREY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GUILDFORD
Postcode
GU3 1YJ
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
Stoke
Westminster Constituency
Guildford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOXXE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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