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title: "Tech Refresh Programme for DFU K&E"
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buyer: "KENT POLICE"
published: "2024-08-15"
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# Tech Refresh Programme for DFU K&E

Buyer: KENT POLICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-82654713-4ef8-458e-aec1-0237233bcf1a

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Tech Refresh Programme for DFU K&E" was overseen by Kent Police, focusing on the hardware industry category. This contract, valued at £439,052.9, was conducted using a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The process reached the award stage with an active status as of 15 August 2024. Key dates include the tender period ending on 17 June 2024, the contract start on 15 July 2024, and the contract end on 9 September 2024. The procurement location was specified as the East of England, specifically in Ipswich, UK.

This tender offers significant growth potential, particularly for large enterprises capable of supplying advanced hardware solutions. While SMEs and VCSEs were not targeted for this contract, businesses specialising in technology refresh programmes and hardware provision are well-suited to compete in future tenders of this nature. The involvement of prominent suppliers like SOFTCAT PLC in the current process highlights the importance of having a robust infrastructure and expertise to fulfil the requirements of policing and public safety technology upgrades.

## Notice

Tech Refresh Programme for DFU K&E

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41edf65a-e208-4542-a4c0-33745a738836 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 14 Jul 2024 - 9 Sep 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £439,052 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £439,052 |
| 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 | KENT POLICE |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP5 3QS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Martlesham & Purdis Farm |
| Westminster constituency | Suffolk Coastal |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44316400 - Hardware

## Release History

- 15 Aug 2024 at 12:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41edf65a-e208-4542-a4c0-33745a738836

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41edf65a-e208-4542-a4c0-33745a738836
  15th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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