---
title: "Socrates Software"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067334"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE CHIEF CONSTABLE OF THAMES VALLEY POLICE"
published: "2026-03-24"
---

# Socrates Software

Buyer: THE CHIEF CONSTABLE OF THAMES VALLEY POLICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067334

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## Summary

The procurement process led by The Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police pertains to the acquisition of the Socrates Software, aimed at enhancing forensic evidence handling, case management, and pattern recognition in investigations. The contracting authority operates from Kidlington, United Kingdom, within the sub-central government sector. The software, central to the Financial Intelligence Unit, originates from the IT services industry category. The process has reached the award stage, with NEC SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS UK LIMITED identified as the supplier. The anticipated contract period starts on 1st April 2026 and extends to 31st March 2027, with potential renewals for two additional 12-month periods. The procurement was executed directly without competition, as it falls below the threshold established under 2023 UK legislation.

This tender represents substantial business growth opportunities for organisations specialising in IT services, especially those focusing on consulting and software development for law enforcement agencies. Businesses with expertise in secure forensic systems and case management solutions would find themselves well-prepared to enter this domain. Direct relations with public authorities and skills in managing government contracts are crucial for competing effectively. The procurement method chosen reflects the need for a specific and proven solution, suitable for companies already possessing established credentials and experience in high-security software solutions.

## Notice

Socrates supports secure forensic evidence handling, case management, matching of evidence, Modus Operandi matching, and pattern recognition between apparently unrelated cases. It incorporates a large suite of modules. In the main, Socrates is used by FIU staff.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027014-2026 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Mar 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 | £50,830 |
| 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 | THE CHIEF CONSTABLE OF THAMES VALLEY POLICE |
| Locality | KIDLINGTON |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX5 1NZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Cherwell |
| Electoral ward | Kidlington West |
| Westminster constituency | Bicester and Woodstock |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NEC SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2026 at 16:43 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027014-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027014-2026
  24th March 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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