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title: "Provision of CRIMES HQ SPCB DFD Technical Hardware Refresh (DInfoCom/0289)"
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# Provision of CRIMES HQ SPCB DFD Technical Hardware Refresh (DInfoCom/0289)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b03c5e28-2491-443b-ab02-fdd92d42151d

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Provision of CRIMES HQ SPCB DFD Technical Hardware Refresh" is conducted by the Ministry of Defence, headquartered in Andover, England. This contract involves the complete renewal of digital forensics technical hardware within the Service Police Crime Bureau. Classified under the industry category of "Data-processing machines (hardware)" within the CPV scheme, this process has reached the award stage as of 29th May 2025. The procurement was managed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with an award value of £143,257. The contract is set to run from 1st June 2025 until 31st May 2030. Key locations include Southwick Park, postal code PO17 6EJ.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in data-processing hardware, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to engage with the Ministry of Defence. With an extensive contract period and a focus on technical hardware, firms that offer reliable and advanced data-processing solutions will find this an attractive proposition for growth and long-term engagement. Centerprise International Ltd, an SME based in Basingstoke, has been awarded the contract, demonstrating opportunities for similar scale businesses to successfully compete in such frameworks.

## Notice

The Service Police Crime Bureau (SPCB), Digital Forensics Department, Lab South (DFD L (S)), Southwick Park require the complete renewal of the departments physical hardware (HW) that is essential for operational functionality of the department.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/137779b7-6600-4163-8324-9fcbcdf30494 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 29 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2025 - 31 May 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £143,257 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £143,257 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | ANDOVER |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP11 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Test Valley |
| Electoral ward | Anna |
| Westminster constituency | Romsey and Southampton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CENTERPRISE INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30210000 - Data-processing machines (hardware)

## Release History

- 29 May 2025 at 10:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/137779b7-6600-4163-8324-9fcbcdf30494

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/137779b7-6600-4163-8324-9fcbcdf30494
  29th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/736a1a79-341c-4d12-b1c8-d8a51c0deb7b
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/829a1858-f851-4bac-9cd5-8088bcdafeac

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