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title: "Variation to increase Licence Numbers for DEvA Project: Case Management System for Digital Forensics (Nimbus)"
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# Variation to increase Licence Numbers for DEvA Project: Case Management System for Digital Forensics (Nimbus)

Buyer: THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LINCOLNSHIRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-76ff5400-8c82-4bc6-b0a1-9486cc5d5744

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## Summary

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Lincolnshire has completed the awarding stage for a procurement titled "Variation to increase Licence Numbers for DEvA Project: Case Management System for Digital Forensics (Nimbus)," aimed at supporting the Lincolnshire Police Digital Forensics Unit. Classified under the industry-specific software package (CPV code: 48100000), this procurement involves services and is located in Lincoln, England (postal code: LN2 2LT). The procurement method used was a variation to the existing contract (CCM/0841), with the contract period starting on 1st May 2026 and ending on 30th September 2027. The awarded contract, valued at GBP 337,140, was officially published on 29th April 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, primarily benefiting small to medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in industry-specific software solutions. The business awarded, Black Rainbow Limited, exemplifies a successful SME engagement in this procurement process. Companies offering innovative digital forensics software that can enhance case management systems should particularly consider pursuing similar opportunities, given the focus on increasing efficiencies for police operations. Collaborations or partnerships with law enforcement agencies can lead to further growth and expansion within the public sector technology market.

## Notice

Variation to increase Licence Numbers for DEvA Project: Case Management System for Digital Forensics (Nimbus) for use by Lincolnshire Police DFU

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fab1168-bb01-4712-b66b-6056e92f7874 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Variation to current contract CCM/0841 |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £337,140 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £337,140 |
| 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 | THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LINCOLNSHIRE |
| Locality | LINCOLN |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN2 2LT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC |
| Local authority | West Lindsey |
| Electoral ward | Nettleham |
| Westminster constituency | Gainsborough |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLACK RAINBOW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48100000 - Industry specific software package

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 08:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fab1168-bb01-4712-b66b-6056e92f7874

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fab1168-bb01-4712-b66b-6056e92f7874
  29th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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