---
title: "Provision of Discovery Tools and Radio Frequency Kits"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067901"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE"
published: "2026-03-31"
---

# Provision of Discovery Tools and Radio Frequency Kits

Buyer: THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067901

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## Summary

This procurement process, initiated by The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire, involves the provision of discovery tools and radio frequency kits for Northamptonshire Police. The process relates to the goods industry category, specifically analysis apparatus, with deliveries scheduled for locations within the UK, notably regions UKF24 and UKF25. This process reached the award stage, with the contract actively commencing on 1st April 2026 and concluding by 31st March 2027, with an option for a one-year extension. The procurement method used was direct and below threshold, allowing no competition. The award notice was published on 31st March 2026, following the signing of the contract on 27th March 2026.

First Forensic Solutions Limited has been chosen as the supplier, positing significant business growth potential for companies specialising in forensic tools and analytical equipment. Large enterprises with existing capabilities in delivering complex goods internationally may find this tender particularly appealing. The involved buying organisation, being a sub-central government public authority, offers a stable platform for business partnerships in the forensic and analytical domains. This opportunity caters to businesses aiming at contract longevity and potential renewal options within governmental frameworks.

## Notice

Provision of Discovery Tools and Radio Frequency Kits for Northamptonshire Police

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029610-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 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 | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £34,860 |

## 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 | FIRST FORENSIC SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38432000 - Analysis apparatus

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 11:49 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029610-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029610-2026
  31st March 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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