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title: "712027450_ (DInfoCom/0274) - Provision of CRIMES HQ SPCB Doc Stor Support & Maintenance"
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# 712027450_ (DInfoCom/0274) - Provision of CRIMES HQ SPCB Doc Stor Support & Maintenance

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b95d118f-66c7-42cf-9ce4-e8bcc3903cf2

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract titled "Provision of CRIMES HQ SPCB Doc Stor Support & Maintenance" under the CPV category of IT services, including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This award, managed by the Service Police Crime Bureau (SPCB) Digital Support Team (DST), is aimed at renewing the support and maintenance of the DocStor system, which is crucial for managing, storing, and retrieving documentation for the Service Justice System. The procurement process was conducted through a selective method under a framework agreement. The contract runs from 1st July 2024 to 30th June 2025, with the award date being 19th July 2024. The associated postal code for the delivery address is SP11 8HJ, located in England.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for IT service providers specializing in support and maintenance of digital archiving solutions. SMEs, such as Akhter Computers Limited, the awarded supplier, are well-positioned to compete for similar tenders. Engaging in such contracts can establish a foothold in the government sector, providing steady demand and potential for long-term partnerships. Companies proficient in advanced IT support services and frameworks will find this particularly beneficial to bolster their portfolios and expand their service offerings.

## Notice

Provision of DocStor support and maintenance renewal. This requirement is used by the Service Police Crime Bureau (SPCB), Digital Support Team (DST) The purpose of renewing this product is in order to afford the Service Police and wider Service Justice System (SJS) with the ability to manage, store and retrieve all documentation and recorded investigative material for its future disclosure and presentation in court proceedings, judicial reviews and appeals. It ensures that the integrity of SJS digital archiving mechanisms are beyond reproach. 1. The SPCB, Digital Support Team (DST) on behalf of the Service Police are responsible for managing and maintaining the Service Police's IT systems and services. These services are vital to the continuity of uninterrupted military policing capability and operational effectiveness worldwide 2. SPCB utilises a locally networked onsite document archive server, storage array, and microfiche scanning and upload and deletion tool, collectively known as Replacement Archive Management System (RAMS), provided by DocStor. This provides the Service Police and wider Service Justice System with an electronic documentation management, storage and retrieval system for all recorded investigative material. 3. The current DocStor support and maintenance contract expires on the 30th June 2024 and requires renewal as soon as possible.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/344351aa-b9be-49a1-bd4d-3f503a13c97b |
| 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 | 30 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,891 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £75,891 |
| 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 8HJ |
| 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 | Andover Millway |
| Westminster constituency | North West Hampshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AKHTER COMPUTERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 30 Jul 2024 at 11:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/344351aa-b9be-49a1-bd4d-3f503a13c97b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/344351aa-b9be-49a1-bd4d-3f503a13c97b
  30th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/55f0e57f-ea12-4c08-bb51-c24c332d31b0
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b6e05de6-cf9e-49f0-b8ca-005d1ce71093
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/04d1c19f-a618-4a19-ac0f-942b80b8d0d1

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