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title: "Forensic and Biometric Interim Capability (FABrIC) Extension"
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# Forensic and Biometric Interim Capability (FABrIC) Extension

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2bf2676c-0bf7-49f4-9ed0-9eb1f938118b

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## Summary

The Home Office is conducting a procurement process titled "Forensic and Biometric Interim Capability (FABrIC) Extension," which involves the extension of an existing contract for biometric services. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically related to biometric sensors. The tender was awarded on 24 February 2017, and the contract is set to commence on 3 April 2017, continuing until 31 March 2019. The procurement method utilised is selective, following a restricted procedure. The delivery location is Croydon, England, with a total contract value of £27,079,430.

This tender presents significant opportunities for large businesses experienced in providing biometric technologies and services, particularly in law enforcement and security sectors. Companies equipped with advanced technological capabilities and a strong portfolio in public sector contracts would be well-positioned to compete. The ongoing demand for biometric solutions in governmental operations can open avenues for further collaborations and service expansions for prospective bidders.

## Notice

Extension to existing FABrIC contract, providing Biometric services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7862f1aa-022d-49e7-a03f-294b3f5fcc3e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Feb 2017 |
| Contract period | 2 Apr 2017 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £27,079,430 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £27,079,430 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HOME OFFICE |
| Locality | CROYDON |
| Post town | Croydon |
| Postcode | CR0 2EU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI6 Outer London - South |
| ITL 3 | TLI62 Croydon |
| Local authority | Croydon |
| Electoral ward | Fairfield |
| Westminster constituency | Croydon West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NORTHROP GRUMMAN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35125110 - Biometric sensors

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2017 at 14:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7862f1aa-022d-49e7-a03f-294b3f5fcc3e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7862f1aa-022d-49e7-a03f-294b3f5fcc3e
  13th March 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cedf0afa-a9d2-4e20-8c7d-12604d498be2
  Extension

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