---
title: "Purchase of Mobile Scanners"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066aba"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORFOLK"
published: "2026-03-16"
---

# Purchase of Mobile Scanners

Buyer: THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORFOLK  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066aba

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## Summary

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk, in collaboration with the Police and Crime Commissioner for Suffolk, has completed the procurement process for the purchase of mobile scanners, aimed at enhancing crime scene investigation capabilities. The procurement falls under the category of goods and involves specialised document scanners, software, and training, funded by the Home Office Grant/Capital programme. The contract, awarded to Foster & Freeman Limited, commenced on 15th March 2026 and is set to run until 31st March 2029. This process was conducted below the threshold, and involved no known specific procurement method, indicating flexibility for small businesses. The location for the delivery is within the United Kingdom, with the business address for Foster & Freeman Limited based in Evesham.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in forensic technology and equipment, particularly those capable of supplying advanced scanning solutions. SMEs, such as Foster & Freeman Limited, are particularly well-suited to participate in such tenders, especially if they offer niche products like specialist scanners with integrated software and training solutions. The contract allows businesses in this technology domain to directly engage with public authorities for substantial projects that involve both technical equipment and professional services, supporting business growth and fostering partnerships with government entities.

## Notice

Numerous items as part of HO Grant/Capital funded equipment. Consists of specialist Document scanners, set up, Software, licencing and Training.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023376-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 15 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £42,108 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORFOLK |
| Additional buyers | POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SUFFOLK |
| Locality | WYMONDHAM |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR18 0WW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Martlesham & Purdis Farm |
| Westminster constituency | Suffolk Coastal |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FOSTER & FREEMAN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38520000 - Scanners

## Release History

- 16 Mar 2026 at 10:51 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023376-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023376-2026
  16th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://fosterfreeman.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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