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title: "Aries 1800 Multi-Beam Sonar Equipment -CPA/SPU/2675P"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2025-12-12"
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# Aries 1800 Multi-Beam Sonar Equipment -CPA/SPU/2675P

Buyer: POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CHESHIRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f46d

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## Summary

The procurement process for the acquisition of Aries 1800 Multi-Beam Sonar Equipment for the North West Under Water Search and Marine Unit has been completed by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire, located in Winsford, Cheshire, UK. This contract, which falls under the industry categories of sonars and security, fire-fighting, police, and defence equipment, was awarded to Reeds Sonar Consultancy LTD. The procurement method used was direct, indicating a 'below threshold - without competition' process. The tender stage has concluded, and the contract commenced on 11th December 2025, with an anticipated end date of 31st March 2027. The entire transaction was managed without exceeding the financial threshold set for competitive processes.

This procurement presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in supplying sonar and related defence equipment. The direct procurement method highlights the possibility of future engagements with sub-central government bodies without the need for extensive competition, which can be attractive for niche businesses. The involvement of SMEs like Reeds Sonar Consultancy LTD in such contracts illustrates the potential for growth and innovation in supplying advanced technologies to public authorities. Companies in the sonar manufacturing and supply chain would benefit from aligning their products and services with government requirements to maximise future bidding success.

## Notice

Aries 1800 Multi-Beam Sonar Equipment for the North West Under Water Search and Marine Unit. 12 month warranty included . Contract period is estimated based on the delivery lead time and then the 12 months warranty. Companies House no 09171592

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082283-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 11 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £126,850 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CHESHIRE |
| Locality | WINSFORD, CHESHIRE |
| Post town | Crewe |
| Postcode | CW7 2UA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Winsford Over & Verdin |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Cheshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | REEDS SONAR CONSULTANCY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38113000 - Sonars

## Release History

- 12 Dec 2025 at 09:19 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082283-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082283-2025
  12th December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cheshire.police.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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