Planning

Telecommunications and Digital Data Analysis Software

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DERBYSHIRE

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Planning

13 Mar 2026 at 12:30

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Derbyshire is planning to procure Telecommunications and Digital Data Analysis Software, which aims to enhance the operational capabilities of Derbyshire Constabulary. This procurement falls under the industry categories of telecommunications equipment and IT services, encompassing software and systems essential for criminal investigations. The process is currently in the planning stage, with a preliminary market engagement notice having been published on 13th March 2026, and further engagement activities scheduled before 31st March 2026. The contract's performance period is expected to start on 1st March 2027 and end by 28th February 2029, with the possibility of renewal until 2030. The Procurement method initiated is formal engagement through a comprehensive review to inform the development of a business case, indicating a thorough preparatory approach.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in telecommunications and software development, particularly those capable of providing solutions that integrate and analyse digital data efficiently. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as their innovative solutions may prove vital in addressing complex criminal issues such as organised immigration crimes and human trafficking by providing timely data analysis and reporting capabilities. Organisations with expertise in ensuring data integrity compliant with forensic standards will be well-positioned to contribute to this ambitious initiative, supporting Derbyshire's efforts to combat hidden criminal activities while adhering to stringent data management practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Telecommunications and Digital Data Analysis Software

Notice Description

Derbyshire Constabulary (DC) is currently looking into the available options for the Provision of Telecommunications and Digital Data Analysis Software. A solution is required to cleanse, combine and connect disparate datasets, with telecommunications data being the focus. The solution must provide reporting to evidential standards. The software is required to allow for a proactive response to all criminality (intel development and investigations) as well as hidden areas of criminality including Organised Immigration Crimes, Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking, Child Criminal & Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. Connections between datasets and communications networks need to be identified in quicker time than roles would otherwise be able to perform manually. Consistency and integrity are also key to helping ensure data is being processed via rules set in the software which ensures consistency between products. Thereby complying with forensic ISO 17025 / FSR Codes of Practice and Conduct and supporting the professionalisation of roles who provide evidence in court related to geolocation data. The Pre-Liminary Market Engagement (PME) will support DC with the development of a Business Case (BC). To formally engage with the market, this PME Questionnaire has been designed to allow Derbyshire Constabulary to conduct a comprehensive review of existing Telecommunications & Digital Data Analysis Software.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=103734&TID=100108923&B=

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0669c0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022952-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

48 - Software package and information systems

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

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

CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

32551000 - Telephone cables and associated equipment

32551200 - Telephone exchanges

32552310 - Digital telephone exchanges

48000000 - Software package and information systems

64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 May 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2027 - 28 Feb 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DERBYSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RIPLEY, DERBYSHIRE
Postcode
DE5 3RS
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Amber Valley
Electoral Ward
Ripley
Westminster Constituency
Amber Valley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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