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The decision to proceed via a single supplier is based on the need to maintain continuity, compatibility, and operational integrity within the surveillance team's covert observation platform capability.
The supplier's proprietary equipment, technology, and intellectual property are already embedded within the current operational framework. Introducing alternative solutions would require significant re-engineering, retraining, and integration efforts, resulting in delays, increased costs, and potential disruption to mission-critical operations.
Furthermore, the existing supplier's systems are uniquely configured and optimised for the surveillance team's specific requirements. No other provider can deliver a solution that is technically compatible without compromising performance, security, or interoperability. The supplier's continued involvement is therefore essential to ensure seamless delivery, minimise risk, and uphold the integrity of the capability.
In light of these factors, a single supplier is fully justified on technical grounds, ensuring expedient and effective delivery.
| Supplier | Identifier | Award Value | Cross-References |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apec Systems | 06418325 | £55,000 | - |
This supplier has only 1 government contract in our database. These payments are likely for this contract.
| Department | Total Paid | Payments |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Manchester Police | £636,274 | 58 |
| Metropolitan Police | £298,151 | 161 |
| Nottinghamshire Police | £292,483 | 30 |
| Derbyshire Constabulary | £265,455 | 22 |
| Cheshire Constabulary | £144,655 | 12 |
| Home Office | £142,826 | 4 |
| Ministry of Defence | £141,440 | 4 |
| Devon & Cornwall Police | £134,580 | 5 |
| North Wales Police | £109,275 | 11 |
| Bedfordshire Police | £51,326 | 5 |
| Cumbria Constabulary | £41,744 | 3 |
| Sussex Police | £34,265 | 6 |
| Dorset Police | £34,243 | 3 |
| Staffordshire Police | £33,532 | 1 |
| Department for Transport | £31,516 | 5 |
| Gwent Police | £30,905 | 7 |
| Thames Valley Police | £25,130 | 3 |
| West Midlands Police | £13,620 | 2 |
| South Wales Police | £9,172 | 3 |
| Cambridgeshire Constabulary | £2,541 | 2 |
| Wiltshire Police | £1,670 | 1 |
| Humberside Police | £581 | 2 |
£2,475,384 paid vs £55,000 contract value (4501% of stated value). Only payments over £25k are included.