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Open-source Tool

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LEICESTERSHIRE

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07 Apr 2025 at 12:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Leicestershire has awarded a contract titled “Open-source Tool” to CrowdSense for the procurement of an all-in-one investigation platform, Maltego Monitor (PublicSonar). This open-source tool is designed for real-time public safety management, with an emphasis on leveraging OSINT for large-scale events and public gatherings. The contract encompasses regions across the United Kingdom and was signed on 24th March 2025, with a completion date set for 24th March 2028. The procurement falls under the software package and information systems industry category, and the award date was 7th April 2025.

This procurement offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software solutions for public safety and investigative tools. Companies that develop or provide real-time monitoring tools, collaborative data-sharing platforms, and customisable dashboard interfaces are particularly well-suited to participate in such tenders. This contract highlights the demand for innovative technological solutions in law enforcement, offering a substantial growth avenue for businesses operating within this niche market. By securing contracts of this nature, companies can not only grow their portfolio but also contribute to enhancing public safety and investigative efficiency.

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Notice Title

Open-source Tool

Notice Description

This product is used as an open source tool and has the following key features: * Real-Time Public Safety Management: It leverages OSINT for large-scale, real-time monitoring and public safety management, making it suitable for managing events and public gatherings * All-in-One Investigation Platform: Maltego Monitor (PublicSonar)combines various investigative tools within a single interface, streamlining workflows and enhancing efficiency * Collaboration and Data Sharing: The platform supports collaboration among investigators, allowing for efficient data sharing and joint investigations * Customisable Dashboards: Users can create customisable dashboards to monitor specific data points and trends relevant to their investigations * Global Reach: While it is used globally, Maltego Monitor's capabilities are highly relevant for UK law enforcement, especially in terms of integrating OSINT with traditional investigative methods

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fe1c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013402-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£145,200 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
25 Mar 2025 - 24 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LEICESTERSHIRE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@leics.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE19 2BX
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Enderby
Westminster Constituency
South Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CROWDSENSE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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