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MSAB Software Licences

METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE

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19 Dec 2024 at 09:39

Summary of the contracting process

The Metropolitan Police Service has completed the procurement process for the supply of MSAB software licences, which fall under the industry category of Analytical or Scientific Software Package (CPV code 48461000). This tender, specifically aimed at supporting forensic science activities related to crime investigation, was conducted using a limited procurement method, citing technical reasons for the absence of competition. The procurement stage has reached the Award phase as of 18 December 2024, with the contract awarded to MICRO SYSTEMATION LIMITED. The deliverables are to be implemented in the UKI region.

This procurement presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in forensic science software, particularly those with proprietary technology or specialised capabilities that cater to specific law enforcement requirements. The limited procurement approach, justified by the unique compatibility of MSAB software with existing MSAB kiosks, emphasizes the importance of niche expertise and intellectual property in securing such contracts. Companies possessing similar specialised software solutions or those looking to develop targeted technological offerings for law enforcement agencies could find substantial opportunities in this closely defined market.

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Notice Title

MSAB Software Licences

Notice Description

COTS software solutions which facilitate the delivery of forensic science activities related to the investigation of crime as defined by the Forensic Science Regulator's Code of Practice.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Following use of the negotiated procedure without prior publication pursuant to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, the Authority has appointed the Supplier to supply MSAB software licences.

Options: Extension Period: 12 months up until and including 29 September 2027.

Procurement Information

Only MSAB operating software is compatible with the MSAB kiosks rolled out across the Authority's estate. The Authority requires the provision of MSAB software products to operate the Level 1 digital forensic kiosks for as long as the Authority relies on MSAB hardware to provide Level 1 digital forensic services to frontline policing. MSAB own the IPR for the software required to operate the Authority's Level 1 digital forensic kiosks. MSAB is the sole rights holder and does not licence to third parties to provide to customers.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c96a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040898-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48461000 - Analytical or scientific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE
Contact Name
Hayley Peacock
Contact Email
hayley.peacock2@met.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2JL
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

MICRO SYSTEMATION

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