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title: "The Provision of Absolute Secure Access VPN Software Licences"
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# The Provision of Absolute Secure Access VPN Software Licences

Buyer: THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NOTTINGHAMSHIRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-80ebeb1a-eae5-44a1-9aa5-3514f38626f3

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## Summary

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Nottinghamshire has awarded a contract for the provision of Absolute Secure Access VPN software licences and support services to Insight (UK) Limited. This contract, valued at £270,432 excluding VAT, caters to the needs of Nottinghamshire Police and falls under the software package and information systems category. The procurement was done through a call-off from the CCS Framework for Technology Products & Associated Services (RM6098). The contract period commenced on 22 March 2025 and will conclude on 21 March 2027. Located in the East Midlands, this initiative is vital for ensuring secure access to information systems for Nottinghamshire Police.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity and software solutions, particularly those that can offer robust support and maintenance services. Companies experienced in providing VPN software will find this a fitting opportunity to demonstrate their expertise and expand their portfolio within the law enforcement sector. While the procurement method was selective, the structured framework approach ensures that only proficient suppliers contribute, thereby fostering a competitive environment conducive to business growth. Insight (UK) Limited's involvement highlights the potential for other capable technology firms to engage with public sector contracts.

## Notice

This is a contract award notice for the purchase of 7200 Absolute Secure Access Licences and Support for Nottinghamshire Police. The contract was procured via the CCS Framework for Technology Products & Associated Services (RM6098). The total contract value is PS270,432 excluding VAT.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cfa64a6-036e-4941-8f27-6a1e2f7c6a8a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 22 Mar 2025 - 21 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £270,432 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £270,432 |
| 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 NOTTINGHAMSHIRE |
| Locality | ARNOLD, NOTTINGHAM |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG5 8PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF16 South Nottinghamshire |
| Local authority | Gedling |
| Electoral ward | Calverton |
| Westminster constituency | Sherwood Forest |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INSIGHT (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2025 at 09:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cfa64a6-036e-4941-8f27-6a1e2f7c6a8a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cfa64a6-036e-4941-8f27-6a1e2f7c6a8a
  8th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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