Planning

The provision of digital interview recording

THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

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Planning

08 Jun 2026 at 15:33

Summary of the contracting process

The planned procurement process is for the provision of digital interview recording software by The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire. The procurement falls under the industry category of "industry specific software package" and "software package and information systems," and will serve the regions UKF24 and UKF25 in the United Kingdom. Currently in the planning stage, it is an open procedure with an accelerated schedule. Key dates include a tender submission deadline on 28th September 2026, and the contract is expected to start on 2nd November 2026 with potential extensions up to 2031.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for firms specialising in digital software solutions, particularly those with experience in crafting industry-specific software for public authorities. Businesses with capabilities in providing scalable and secure digital recording systems could gain a foothold in serving law enforcement agencies. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, presenting growth prospects in public sector contracts. The open procurement method enhances accessibility, allowing a diverse range of businesses to participate via the Atamis e-tendering platform.

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Notice Title

The provision of digital interview recording

Notice Description

The provision of digital interview recording software for Northamptonshire Police The authority intends to under pre market engagement to better understand the market and as such no values have been indicated at this time.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b02c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053956-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
28 Sep 20264 months to go
Future Notice Date
25 Aug 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Nov 2026 - 1 Nov 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2031-08-25

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGBOROUGH
Postcode
NN8 6GS
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF24 West Northamptonshire, TLF25 North Northamptonshire

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Brickhill and Queensway
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

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