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title: "The Provision of a Case Management System for the Digital Forensics Unit"
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# The Provision of a Case Management System for the Digital Forensics Unit

Buyer: POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-99ae908b-9fcf-4932-b30f-c8e71d4b0ae2

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## Summary

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire has recently completed a procurement process to secure a Case Management System for the Digital Forensics Unit. The initiative, titled "The Provision of a Case Management System for the Digital Forensics Unit," falls under the services category and specifically addresses the needs for a document management system. This tender, classified within the IT software and software implementation services industry, was awarded through a selective procurement method utilising the G Cloud 14 Framework, Lot 2: Cloud Software. The initial contract, valued at £155,989.74 excluding VAT, runs from 20th April 2026 to 19th April 2029 with a 12-month extension option, potentially increasing its value to £193,613.74. This contract focuses on supporting the Northamptonshire Police in the East Midlands, United Kingdom.

This procurement process presents significant growth opportunities for businesses dealing in IT and software services, particularly those that specialise in document management systems, cloud software, and digital forensics solutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like Alemba Limited, which was the awarded supplier, are well-positioned to compete for similar future tenders due to their expertise and tailored solutions for law enforcement agencies. The G Cloud framework’s selective process enhances the potential for SMEs to participate by offering a streamlined entry into public sector contracts. Businesses aiming to expand in the IT and security software sectors are encouraged to pursue opportunities within this framework.

## Notice

The Provision of a Case Management System for the Digital Forensics Unit for Northamptonshire Police. Awarded utilising G Cloud 14 Framework, Lot 2: Cloud Software. The contract value is up to PS155,989.74 excluding VAT for the initial 3 year term. There is a 1 x 12-month extension option available from 20th April 2029. If the extension option is enacted this would increase the overall contract value up to PS193,613.74 excluding VAT. The Authority has no commitment to spend the full amount.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41d48a68-c898-4277-af90-c79e9d812048 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 19 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £155,989 |
| 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 | POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE |
| Locality | WELLINGBOROUGH |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN8 6GS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Brickhill and Queensway |
| Westminster constituency | Wellingborough and Rushden |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 48311100 - Document management system
- 48517000 - IT software package
- 72263000 - Software implementation services
- 79980000 - Subscription services

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2026 at 09:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41d48a68-c898-4277-af90-c79e9d812048

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41d48a68-c898-4277-af90-c79e9d812048
  9th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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