Provision of Forensic Extraction & Examination Licences

THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

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Planning

16 Jun 2026 at 14:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire is in the planning stage of procuring services titled "Provision of Forensic Extraction & Examination Licences" to enhance the functionality of Northamptonshire Police. This procurement falls under the industry categories of IT services, software development, and public security, situated in the United Kingdom regions of UKF24 and UKF25. The pre-market engagement process is crucial, with meetings scheduled for April and August 2026. Key dates include a deadline for submitting expressions of interest, which is 31st March 2026 for the training aspect and 14th July 2026 for the forensic licences. Interested parties are encouraged to indicate their interest via the Atamis platform.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in IT services, software development, and public security solutions to expand their footprint in the UK public sector. SMEs are particularly well-suited, as the procurement process appears to welcome smaller firms. The successful provision of forensic software and training services in confined spaces and rope rescue can significantly enhance the operational efficiency and capability of Northamptonshire’s emergency services, offering a robust platform for business growth and collaboration within the public security sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Forensic Extraction & Examination Licences

Notice Description

Provision of Forensic Extraction & Examination Licences for Northamptonshire Police. The Authority is hoping to engage with the Market to better understand the products/software available to refine our specification prior to going to tender.

Planning Information

Provision of Forensic Extraction & Examination Licences for Northamptonshire Police. The Authority is hoping to engage with the Market to better understand the products/software available to refine our specification prior to going to tender. Engagement meetings to be held in August 2026. The deadline for submitting an expression of interest is 14th July 2026. If you are interested in attending the Pre-Market Engagement meetings, please complete the requirements section on Atamis and express an interest - https://northamptonshire-opfcc.my.site.com/s/Welcome The Provision of Confined Space Training and Level 2 Rope Rescue for Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service. The Authority is hoping to engage with the Market to better understand the training/services available prior to going out to tender. We are holding Pre-Market Engagement Meetings on 21st April 2026. The deadline for submitting an expression of interest is 31st March 2026. If you are interested in attending the Pre-Market Engagement Meetings, please complete the requirements section on Atamis and express an interest - https://northamptonshire-opfcc.my.site.com/s/Welcome If you have any problems viewing this opportunity or registering your interest, please email Commercial at Commercial@northants.police.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b634
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056763-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

75240000 - Public security, law and order services

79720000 - Investigation services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
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

Further Information

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