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Tachograph Forensic Analysis Services

HM REVENUE & CUSTOMS

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

10 Nov 2021 at 16:15

Tender

07 Jun 2021 at 15:15

Summary of the contracting process

The HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is currently seeking bids for Tachograph Forensic Analysis Services, as part of their initiative to better investigate fiscal fraud. This public procurement falls under the services category, with a focus on technical testing and analysis. The procurement process is in the tendering stage, which is open for participation until 12th July 2021. Contracts are expected to be delivered within the United Kingdom, and the estimated value of this contract is £500,000, covering a duration of 1,080 days with possible extensions.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in forensic analysis and technical consultancy services. Businesses that possess expertise in tachograph analysis and data interpretation, particularly those familiar with working alongside governmental agencies, would be particularly well-suited to submit competitive bids. Engaging with this procurement can help such companies expand their portfolio and establish long-term relationships with HMRC, particularly as they work towards enhancing their capabilities in fraud investigation.

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Notice Title

Tachograph Forensic Analysis Services

Notice Description

This requirement is for Tachograph analysis services to help HMRC investigate crime by analysing the tachograph chart recordings or data to producing a detailed account of the route taken by the vehicle in question. Tachograph analysis services identify and understand the locations the vehicles prior locations, the number, times and duration of stops made and any detours from the logical route, thereby giving credence or negating the suspects version of events during the investigation

Lot Information

Lot 1

Description of procurement: HMRC is the UK's tax, payments and customs authority. We collect the money that pays for the UK's public services. Our strategic objectives to help us achieve this, and become a world-class organisation, are: *Maximise revenues and bear down on avoidance and evasion; *Transform tax and payments for our customers; and *Design and deliver a professional, efficient and engaged organisation. HMRC has a national Fraud Investigation Service (FIS), a division of the Enforcement and Compliance Operational Group, with staff based at various locations throughout the UK. The Enforcement and Compliance Operational Group is responsible for the investigation of fiscal (tax and duty) fraud, linked money laundering of proceeds of crime and any international elements of these crimes. Focusing on these objectives the Authority wishes to procure the provision of forensic science analytical services that will support investigations in all operational areas by providing expert testing/examination and reporting on a variety of exhibits. Service Provider must be able to offer a forensic analysis service to officers based within England and Wales. Occasionally, as an exception, the service provision may extend to Scotland and N. Ireland This requirement forms part of a wider structure for Forensic Services and is for Tachograph analysis services only. Tachograph analysis services help HMRC investigate crime by analysing the tachograph chart recordings or data to producing a detailed account of the route taken by the vehicle in question. Tachograph analysis services identify and understand the locations the vehicles prior locations, the number, times and duration of stops made and any detours from the logical route, thereby giving credence or negating the suspects version of events during the investigation.

Renewal: The contract may be subject to extension after the initial three year contract period on a possible one year (12 months) + one year (12 months). Any additional extension option will be subject to agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02b911
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028171-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

51200000 - Installation services of equipment for measuring, checking, testing and navigating

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£500,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
5 years later

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HM REVENUE & CUSTOMS
Contact Name
Nick Julien
Contact Email
nick.julien@hmrc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 740376140

Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M60 9LA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

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