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BLC0288 Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Social Media Screening Capabilities Framework

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

06 May 2026 at 11:53

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

01 Apr 2026 at 11:43

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

25 Nov 2025 at 16:34

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

17 Oct 2025 at 14:22

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

13 Aug 2025 at 15:28

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

BlueLight Commercial Limited, based in London, has completed a procurement process for the establishment of a multi-supplier framework designed to provide Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) software for social media screening. The process, which followed a competitive flexible procedure, has culminated in the award stage with contracts active and effective as of 17th April 2026. The awarded suppliers, Neotas Limited from London and Fivecast PTY Limited from Adelaide, are set to service this needs across various UK Police Forces and other public sector agencies. The framework, valued at £40 million, spans a period of four years concluding on 16th April 2030. This initiative is aimed at enhancing police vetting procedures by automating social media checks, thereby improving the efficiency and accuracy of intelligence gathering.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in software development and digital intelligence. The framework requires solutions capable of supporting a wide array of law enforcement and public sector agencies, providing a platform for these SMEs to expand their market reach and client base. Businesses with expertise in automated data solutions, digital security, and social media analytics stand well-suited to leverage this opportunity, helping them to grow within the UK public sector landscape. The procurement, held under the guidelines of the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), promises consistent demand for innovative intelligence software solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BLC0288 Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Social Media Screening Capabilities Framework

Notice Description

BlueLight Commercial has established a multi-supplier Framework for the provision of open-source intelligence (OSINT) software for social media screening. The Framework Agreement will be available for use by all UK Police Forces and other agencies. BlueLight Commercial work in collaboration with blue light organisations to maximise commercial benefit to UK emergency services. Police vetting teams are responsible for ensuring that individuals applying for roles within policing, law enforcement partners, or other security-sensitive positions meet the highest standards of integrity, reliability, and trustworthiness. Vetting procedures routinely include examining an applicant's digital footprint, social media activity, affiliations, and behavioural indicators that may reveal potential risks. The current vetting process is labour-intensive and reliant on manual searches carried out across disparate systems and online systems. The implementation of an OSINT solution aims to transform the police vetting process by addressing existing inefficiencies, enhancing the accuracy of intelligence gathering, and ensuring consistent application of vetting standards across all teams. Automated data collection, cross-referencing, and intelligent risk flagging will minimise the potential for human error, ensure that critical intelligence is not overlooked, and allow for faster, evidence-based decision-making. The Framework Term shall be for a period of 4 years with no option to extend.

Planning Information

The intention is to hold the session remotely via Microsoft Teams on Friday 24th October 2025, 1pm. The event will be limited to 2 people from each organisation. If you would like to register your interest to attend the session, please do so by completing this survey https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/8GNMF2/ by 12 noon on 23rd October 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058739
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041446-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
17 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
31 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
17 Apr 2026 - 16 Apr 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JS
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

Fivecast PTY Limted

Neotas Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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