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Facial Recognition Software- Maintenance and Support

POLICE & CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SOUTH WALES

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Police & Crime Commissioner for South Wales as the buying organisation, seeking maintenance and support for Facial Recognition Software targeted at services under the public order and safety category. The contract, valued at £448,050, was awarded to NEC Software Solutions UK Limited, and it was signed on 16th June 2022. The procurement was carried out through a limited procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, with the services being provided solely by the software manufacturer due to exclusive rights. This contract relates to the maintenance of previously purchased perpetual licenses and is currently active with a duration of three years.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software maintenance and support services, particularly those with experience in working with proprietary systems. Companies well-versed in technical support for advanced software solutions, especially in the realm of public safety technology, would find this opportunity particularly suitable. Engaging in such contracts not only enhances a firm's portfolio but also opens pathways for future collaborations within the public sector, leveraging the expertise gained in this specialised area.

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Notice Title

Facial Recognition Software- Maintenance and Support

Notice Description

Maintenance and support for Facial Recognition Software for previously purchased perpetual licenses. The software licenses were purchased previously through an Open procedure.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Maintenance and support for Facial Recognition Software for previously purchased perpetual licenses. The Software licenses were purchased previously through an Open procedure.To maintain the current perpetual licenses, maintenance and support services are required from the manufacturer of the software. The Contract will be for a three year period.

Procurement Information

The services can be provided only by a particular economic operator for the following reason: Reg 32.2(b)(ii) -competition is absent for technical reasons Reg 32.2(b)(ii) - The protection of exclusive rights, including intellectual property rights. Due to propriety licenses , only the software manufacturer can provide the support and maintenance required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-123194
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=123194
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72267000 - Software maintenance and repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£448,050 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jun 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POLICE & CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SOUTH WALES
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
swp-procurement@south-wales.police.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1656869409

Buyer Location

Locality
BRIDGEND
Postcode
CF31 3SU
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL17 Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot

Local Authority
Bridgend
Electoral Ward
Brackla East and Coychurch Lower
Westminster Constituency
Bridgend

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NEC SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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