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ITEP1129 - Real-time Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) alerts service for protest and physical threat intelligence

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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Award

25 Mar 2026 at 15:58

Award

12 Mar 2026 at 14:08

Award

10 Mar 2026 at 11:33

Summary of the contracting process

National Highways Limited, a central government public authority based in Birmingham, has completed the procurement process for an innovative Real-time Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) alerts service. The project, titled ITEP1129, is focused on delivering protest and physical threat intelligence, leveraging real-time alerts aligned with National Highways' strategic objectives. The procurement has reached the award stage, finalised on 25 March 2026, with an active contract commencing from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027. This direct award was made under the Procurement Act 2023, citing technical reasons for selecting Dataminr as the sole supplier capable of meeting the specific requirements, with a contract valued at £49,500 excluding VAT.

Dataminr, the supplier, is well-suited for small and medium enterprises interested in providing security services. This contract offers businesses in the information technology and security industry an opportunity to collaborate on enhancing national infrastructure's safety through advanced intelligence solutions. By participating in such projects, these enterprises can expand their portfolio, showcase their expertise in OSINT, and ultimately aid in the proactive management of threats impacting public safety and network operations. The strategic partnership with a government buyer like National Highways further enables firms to establish credibility and potentially secure future contracts within this sector.

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Notice Title

ITEP1129 - Real-time Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) alerts service for protest and physical threat intelligence

Notice Description

ITEP1129 - Real-time Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) alerts service for protest and physical threat intelligence National Highways requires: * Real time OSINT alerts (seconds/minutes) for protests, activism, and physical security events impacting the SRN. * Geofenced alerting to specific locations/assets. * Broad source coverage (social, broadcast, digital) with high precision to minimise false positives. * Workflow integrations (alert channels, dashboards) aligned to existing playbooks. * SaaS delivery with assured availability and support Contract value between PS49.500 excluding VAT.

Procurement Information

The recommended procurement route is a Direct Award under the Procurement Act 2023, Section 41 with Schedule 5 ("Only One Supplier"), on the basis that Dataminr is the only supplier capable of delivering the required real time protest and physical threat intelligence outcomes evidenced through market analysis and Soft Market Testing. This route offers several advantages over alternative options and represents the most proportionate, efficient, and operationally secure approach for National Highways.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066627
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027473-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£49,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DATAMINR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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