Planning

Digital Forensic Phonetic Analysis Services 2026/27

THE MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME

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PlanningUpdate

15 Jul 2025 at 20:56

Planning

23 May 2025 at 09:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Mayor's Office for Policing And Crime is initiating the re-procurement process for the provision of Digital Forensic Phonetic Analysis Services for the period of 2026/27. This procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, specifically targeting speech and audio analysis services. The process is currently in the planning stage with a procurement notice published on 15th July 2025. The procurement method involves planning updates ahead of an anticipated formal notice on 5th January 2026. The contract period is scheduled to start on 31st March 2026 and end on 31st March 2027, covering locations predominantly in London, UK.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in digital forensic analysis, particularly those with capabilities in phonetic and audio evaluations. It is well-suited for firms that provide niche forensic services and advanced analytical equipment. With a potential contract value of up to £120,000, this procurement represents a substantial business expansion opportunity for providers looking to establish or grow their footprint within government contracts. Companies within the central government supply chain or those aiming to enter this segment would benefit greatly from engaging in this process.

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Notice Title

Digital Forensic Phonetic Analysis Services 2026/27

Notice Description

<p>Re-procurement of contracts for niche digital forensic phonetic analysis services (FSA - DIG 401 - Speech and audio analysis).</p>

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0520ae
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040291-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME
Contact Name
Hayley Peacock
Contact Email
hayley.peacock2@met.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 2AA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
London Bridge & West Bermondsey
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

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