Decision details

GMP DN - A0973 Command and Control System (Controlworks)

Decision Maker: GM Deputy Mayor, Group Finance Officer

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Purpose:

Procurement legislation requires GMP to award a new contract for these goods and services. The recommended route of the CCS RM6259 framework, Lot 5: Bluelight Solutions framework provides the most effective route to market.

Decision:

The Deputy Mayor approves the award of a 7 Year contract for provision of a Command-and-Control System to SSS Public Safety Limited (SSS), with the option to extend for a further 3+1 years. The likely value of a 10 years spend would be circa £4.5 million.

Alternative options considered:

• Do nothing – rejected as non-compliant with Procurement Legislation and Chief Constable’s Financial Instructions.
• Undertake a bespoke procurement exercise (OJEU) –rejected as there is a suitable framework available.
• Extend current arrangements – rejected as non-compliant with Procurement Legislation and Chief Constable’s Financial Instructions.

Publication date: 07/07/2023

Date of decision: 07/06/2023