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title: "SafeZone - Lone Worker App"
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# SafeZone - Lone Worker App

Buyer: OPEN UNIVERSITY(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-471f258c-a5e2-40b6-81f8-750a2845cd56

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## Summary

The contracting process, facilitated by the Open University, focused on acquiring a 'SafeZone - Lone Worker App' from CriticalArc Ltd. This procurement falls under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems with a focus on services. The location for delivery is the United Kingdom, specifically under the buyer's address in Milton Keynes, England. The procurement process was completed at the award stage, with the contract awarded on 19th May 2026. The procurement utilised a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract will span from 25th May 2026 to 24th May 2029, amounting to £199,728 GBP.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in software and information systems, specifically those specialising in cloud-based solutions for safety management. Although the procurement targeted larger enterprises due to its non-suitability for SMEs and VCSEs, businesses within the software services industry serving public sector clients could greatly benefit from such opportunities. By participating in framework agreements, companies can enhance their visibility and credibility with public sector organisations, potentially leading to more contractual engagements in the future.

## Notice

SafeZone by CriticalArc Ltd, Lone Worker App Security System - Lot 2 Cloud Software on G-Cloud 14.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/502b8bc8-a6be-453a-a60e-2c8f1e1fa20a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 24 May 2026 - 24 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £199,728 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £199,728 |
| 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 | OPEN UNIVERSITY(THE) |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK7 6AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Monkston |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CRITICALARC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 1 Jun 2026 at 10:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/502b8bc8-a6be-453a-a60e-2c8f1e1fa20a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/502b8bc8-a6be-453a-a60e-2c8f1e1fa20a
  1st June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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