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Open Source Intelligence Tool (OSINT) platform licences

HOME OFFICE

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20 Jan 2021 at 13:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office has recently completed the procurement process for Open Source Intelligence Tool (OSINT) platform licences, classified under the electronic intelligence system category. This procurement, valued at £200,000, was conducted through a single tender action method, with the contract period running from 9th December 2020 to 30th September 2021. The tender was officially awarded on 26th November 2020, with the contract delivered to Blackdot Solutions Ltd, based in Cambridge. The work is expected to enhance intelligence-led customs operations involving non-UK stakeholders, with all activities centralised in London.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in electronic intelligence systems and related technologies. Companies that provide innovative solutions in intelligence gathering or data analysis would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. As public authorities increasingly rely on advanced data solutions, firms that can demonstrate expertise in OSINT and agile response capabilities may find a lucrative market within public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Open Source Intelligence Tool (OSINT) platform licences

Notice Description

Platform licences for an Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) collection platform. The OSINT platform will aid investigations and enhance intelligence led customs operations with overseas (non-UK) stakeholders.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d45e28e8-7bc6-4581-8f9c-4899fb9e9e02
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/498bd26d-3548-469a-9566-6cb537a05be9
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

35721000 - Electronic intelligence system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20205 years ago
Contract Period
9 Dec 2020 - 30 Sep 2021 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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLACKDOT SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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