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title: "For the Provision of a CCTV Storage Solution"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f317"
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# For the Provision of a CCTV Storage Solution

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f317

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## Summary

The University of Leicester has awarded a contract for the provision of a new CCTV storage solution, aimed at improving security capabilities and compliance standards. The contract was awarded to CVL Systems Ltd, a supplier based in Wellingborough, UK, on the 20th of April, 2026, with the contract period set from the 2nd of May, 2026 to the 30th of April, 2031, including options for two additional 12-month renewals. This procurement, conducted through an open procurement method, falls under the public authority sub-central government classification and involves a substantial investment of £774,000. The project will replace outdated infrastructure and provide a modern, scalable storage platform alongside enhanced video management and operator software, ensuring compatibility with the University's existing systems.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in security technology and video management systems. Companies specialising in advanced analytics, storage management solutions, and system integrations may find growth prospects through participation in such projects. With the expected deployment of cutting-edge technologies and a focus on enhancing operational efficiency and situational awareness, businesses that can offer robust, scalable solutions aligned with current technological advancements would be particularly well-suited to compete. The project’s scope and the open procurement procedure offer potential for SMEs looking to expand within the security and infrastructure sector.

## Notice

The University's existing CCTV storage and video management infrastructure has reached the end of its operational life, resulting in increasing maintenance requirements and constraints in meeting current security, performance, and compliance standards. A replacement solution is required to ensure continued reliability, improved security capability, and alignment with modern technological expectations. The project will deliver a replacement CCTV storage and management solution, including: *Storage Infrastructure: Implementation of a modern, scalable appliance-based and/or hybrid storage platform capable of supporting high-throughput video recording and retrieval. *Recording Management System: Deployment of an up-to-date video management system with advanced analytics and integration capability with existing security infrastructure. *Operator Software: Provision of an intuitive, feature-rich interface to enhance monitoring efficiency and situational awareness. *Integrations: Compatibility with relevant University platforms and third-party systems (e.g., telephony solutions, authentication services). *Decommissioning: Managed decommissioning of the legacy system following a minimum 30-day parallel run of the new and existing environments.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extension periods

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035773-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | £350,000 |
| Awards value | £645,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE1 7RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester |
| Local authority | Leicester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Leicester South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CVL SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48782000 - Storage management software package

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2026 at 14:49 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035773-2026
- 10 Dec 2025 at 16:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081648-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035773-2026
  20th April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081648-2025
  10th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://universityofleicester.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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