Award

Software for the decryption of Apple iPhones

7 FORCES PROCUREMENT

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Award

19 Oct 2021 at 15:32

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the buying organisation, 7 Forces Procurement, seeking a supplier for the project titled "Software for the decryption of Apple iPhones." This tender falls under the telecommunications services industry category and is located in the East of England, United Kingdom. The procurement method used is a direct approach, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. The award was made on 7 October 2021, with the contract period commencing on 30 October 2021 and concluding on 29 October 2022.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the technology and software development sectors, particularly those with expertise in advanced decryption technologies. Suppliers that can provide innovative and reliable solutions for law enforcement needs would be well-positioned to compete. With a contract value of £32,228.77, this tender could enable growth for established firms as well as new entrants looking to expand their offerings in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Software for the decryption of Apple iPhones

Notice Description

Highly sensitive software used for the decryption of Apple iPhones. This software supports all departments for Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies in investigations involving locked iDevices.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-74a153e5-b5a4-4946-a625-e8c4b25d082c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44ed5a78-3042-4578-b1f4-ce9935d443a1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64200000 - Telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£32,228 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£32,228 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Oct 20214 years ago
Contract Period
29 Oct 2021 - 29 Oct 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
7 FORCES PROCUREMENT
Contact Name
Siobhan Clarke
Contact Email
siobhan.clarke@essex.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
-
Postcode
CM2 6DN
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Trinity
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRAYSHIFT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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