Planning

Communication Exploitation Data Tool (CEDT)

METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE

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Planning

27 Jan 2025 at 12:46

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Metropolitan Police Service is planning a procurement process for a "Communication Exploitation Data Tool (CEDT)" under the industry category of "Miscellaneous software package and computer systems" (CPV 48900000). This upcoming tender opportunity is estimated to be valued at GBP 900,000 with the procurement stage currently in planning. The procurement process is expected to follow a restricted procedure (above threshold) and will be officially announced in late February 2025. The contract period will run from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2029. This procurement will involve the development and support of a sophisticated data tool that converts raw communication data into analysable formats, ensuring stringent security measures in data handling. The tender documents will be available on the specified URL link after the publication of the Contract Notice.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for companies specialising in data processing, security software solutions, or those experienced in handling multi-format data integration. The project demands suppliers to develop a zero-deployment tool accessible via standard internet browsers, complying with high-level security protocols. Businesses adept in providing comprehensive support and training services, alongside proven capabilities in maintaining secure and robust data systems, will find themselves well-suited to compete for this contract. Moreover, the Metropolitan Police Service encourages participation from SMEs and VCSEs, presenting an inclusive opportunity for diverse business entities to engage and potentially secure a valuable long-term contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Communication Exploitation Data Tool (CEDT)

Notice Description

Taken from PIN Must requirements: The solution must cleanse raw communications data, including radio frequency data, and transform it into standardised, usable format suitable for intelligence analysis. The solution must support importing and process data from multiple file formats, including but not limited to; CSV, ANPR data, Drone Data, Zipcar records, Uber Ride Data, Uber Eats delivery Data. The supplier's solution should be zero deployment and accessible via a browser to be suitable. The solution shall be accessible via a standard internet browser - i.e. Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome. The supplier's solution must ensure that all data is: Encryption in-transit, using secure protocols (e.g., Transport Layer Security (TLS) TLS1.2, higher, comparable). Encrypted at rest, utilising industry-standard encryption algorithms (e.g., AES-256). The supplier's solution must implement robust access control mechanisms, including Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) to restrict access based on user roles and responsibilities. Supplier shall provide training and training material to the Authority for the tool. Supplier shall be fully responsible for the support and maintenance of their servers. This notice intends to inform the marketplace of a potential upcoming tender opportunity. The procurement documentation will be made available following the publication of the Contract Notice, which will mark the start of the procurement process. This is anticipated to be late February 2025. Procurement documentation will be accessible via the URL link referenced in I.3 section.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b25a86ab-66ef-4898-a7ad-d1939366e5f8
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Feb 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW6 6LT
Post Town
North West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI72 Brent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Brent
Electoral Ward
Queens Park
Westminster Constituency
Queen's Park and Maida Vale

Further Information

Notice Documents

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