Planning

BLC0177 Media Digitisation Framework

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED

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Planning

09 Jun 2025 at 09:59

Summary of the contracting process

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED, a sub-central public authority located in London, is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "BLC0177 Media Digitisation Framework". This tender falls under the services category, with its focus on converting legacy analogue media to digital formats and possibly integrating with RMS systems. The framework is set to commence on 1st September 2025 and conclude by 31st August 2029, with a gross value estimated at £5,000,000. The procurement method leverages a multi-supplier framework agreement and involves computer back-up and catalogue conversion services. Official communication was released on 9th June 2025 with a forthcoming notice anticipated by 10th June 2025.

This procurement presents significant business opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in IT services, specifically those offering industry-specific software packages and media digitisation services. Businesses capable of delivering innovative digital solutions, including searchable overlays and system integrations, are well-suited to compete for this framework agreement. With the robust funding involved, participating businesses not only gain a platform to establish long-term relationships with a prominent public sector buyer but also enhance their portfolios by engaging in a high-value digital transformation project.

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Notice Title

BLC0177 Media Digitisation Framework

Notice Description

The Contracting Authority is seeking to procure a multi-supplier framework agreement for the conversion of legacy analogue media to digital files. The requirement may include a searchable overlay and possible link to RMS systems.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054513
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030851-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

72900000 - Computer back-up and catalogue conversion services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
10 Jun 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
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED
Contact Name
Murray Smith
Contact Email
murray.smith@bluelight.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JS
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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