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title: "Handcuffs 2026"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY"
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# Handcuffs 2026

Buyer: LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d13333c2-4d01-432c-aa3d-79ff5bbd8bc7

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## Summary

The recent procurement process initiated by Lancashire Constabulary has concluded with the award of a contract to TCH (UK) Ltd for the supply of handcuffs, under the title "Handcuffs 2026". This contract falls within the goods category under the industry classification code for handcuffs (35230000) and is specifically tied to the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted via a call-off from the Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation Framework 1204, employing a selective method. Key procurement stages have been completed, with the award notice published on 14th May 2026, and the contract period set to run from 1st May 2026 to 30th April 2030. The contract, valued at £48,192, is a significant engagement by the Lancashire Constabulary as a buyer based in Preston, England.

This tender represents a substantial business opportunity for a large-scale supplier like TCH (UK) Ltd, who was successful in securing this contract. The structured framework agreement approach signifies a stable and predictable engagement for the supplier, ensuring consistent demand over the contract period. While the tender primarily sought suppliers with robust operational capacity, there remain opportunities for other large organisations in the security equipment sector to explore similar framework agreements in the future. The selective procurement method underscores the importance of being a part of established frameworks to take advantage of such opportunities for long-term business growth and expansion in the region. This tender serves as an exemplary case for businesses aiming to solidify their presence and expertise in public sector supply chains.

## Notice

Approval to appoint TCH (UK) Ltd as preferred sole supplier of Handcuffs via the Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO) Framework 1204 for the period 1st May 2026 to 30th April 2030.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40fbac91-6c7b-4c73-8d0b-12c321555b16 |
| 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 | 14 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,192 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £48,192 |
| 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 | LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR4 5SB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35230000 - Handcuffs

## Release History

- 14 May 2026 at 11:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40fbac91-6c7b-4c73-8d0b-12c321555b16

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40fbac91-6c7b-4c73-8d0b-12c321555b16
  14th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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