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16 Jun 2026 at 10:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, located at Kentigern House, Glasgow, has completed a procurement process titled "Provision of Forensic License" under the category of goods. This procurement involved the direct acquisition of forensic licences for Ministry of Defence Police without competition, as it fell below the threshold limits. The contract was awarded to Forensic Analytics Limited, a small to medium enterprise (SME) based in Letchworth Garden City. The contract commenced on 29th May 2026 and is set to conclude on 28th May 2028, with a total value of £43,200. The procurement process operated under the legal basis of the UK Public Contract Regulation 2023/54, proceeding directly to award stage as indicated by the completion of the lot.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in software solutions, particularly those offering license management software. SMEs with expertise in providing forensic and analytical software packages may find this type of contract beneficial for business growth, especially those looking to engage further with government contracts. The direct procurement method indicates efficiency and agility in securing contracts, thereby making it ideal for businesses that can deliver bespoke software solutions swiftly and effectively. Additionally, engaging in such public authority contracts can enhance a company's portfolio, providing a platform for further government collaboration opportunities.

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Notice Title

Provision of Forensic License

Notice Description

Provision of Foresnic Licences for Ministry of Defence Police

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b5c6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056576-2026
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
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48218000 - License management software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£36,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
28 May 2026 - 28 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EX
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FORENSIC ANALYTICS

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