Lincolnshire Police Authority are looking to outsource a range of back office services over the next 10 years, a contract worth around £200 million.

The contract for the Lincolnshire Authority and Force involves the widest range of services offered in a single contract by any police authority in the country.

The Police Authority was searching for potential strategic partners since March, after budget cuts of over £20 million over the next four years were announced.

Five companies are already shortlisted for the contract negotiations:

■Capita Bluelight Alliance

■Serco and Logica

■Steria with Reliance

■Northgate Information Solutions

■G4S