---
title: "Provision of Software Licence Support and Maintenance"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065c85"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE"
published: "2026-02-25"
---

# Provision of Software Licence Support and Maintenance

Buyer: THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065c85

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## Summary

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire has undertaken a procurement process for the "Provision of Software Licence Support and Maintenance," focusing on software support services. This contract falls under the direct procurement method and was executed via direct award, which is below the threshold and required no competition. The procurement relates to services in the public authority sector, specifically for the sub-central government level. The contracting authority is located in Wellingborough, United Kingdom, and the procurement process was completed with the contract active as of 25th February 2026. The contract covers a service period starting from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027, with potential extensions available up to March 2029.

This tender offers opportunities for business growth, especially for businesses providing software support services. With a gross contract value of £157,408.67 and a net amount of £131,173.89, this project is well-suited for SMEs that can deliver quality maintenance and support for software licences. Companies such as WPC Software Ltd, the appointed supplier located in Bristol, are ideal contenders for such procurements, showcasing expertise and competence in managing software services. This process enables suppliers to nurture relationships with public authority buyers, expand client portfolios, and enhance business profiles through collaboration on significant governmental projects.

## Notice

The Provision of Software Licence Support and Maintenance from WPC Software Ltd procured via direct award.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017075-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £131,173 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE |
| Locality | WELLINGBOROUGH |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN8 6GS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Brickhill and Queensway |
| Westminster constituency | Wellingborough and Rushden |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WPC SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72261000 - Software support services

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2026 at 16:29 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017075-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017075-2026
  25th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://northamptonshire-opfcc.my.site.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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