Situational Awareness - Indoor Tracking of Assets

THE MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME

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PlanningUpdate

13 May 2026 at 15:32

Planning

21 Apr 2026 at 16:42

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Situational Awareness - Indoor Tracking of Assets" is currently in the planning stage and is being conducted by the Metropolitan Police Service on behalf of The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime. This initiative seeks a solution for indoor tracking that integrates real-time location data into an existing situational awareness platform. The project is identified under the service category, specifically relating to IT software packages and software development services. The central government public authority aims to begin the contract in June 2027. Located in London, the upcoming milestone for initial market engagement is scheduled for 19th May 2026, with further communication expected by 1st December 2026.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the software development and IT solutions sectors, particularly those experienced in developing real-time tracking systems. Businesses specialising in innovative indoor tracking technologies that can operate across various building types will find this tender a fitting opportunity. Given the scale and government backing, successful engagement could lead to long-term collaboration and business expansion, catering to public sector needs. The engagement notice allows potential suppliers to understand and align with the tender requirements, thus enhancing their chance of participating effectively in the procurement process.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Situational Awareness - Indoor Tracking of Assets

Notice Description

This procurement is being conducted by the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) on behalf of the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) who are the Contracting Authority as defined in Section 2 of the Procurement Act 2023. The purpose of this RFI is to conduct initial market engagement in relation to a potential procurement for an indoor tracking solution that works across multiple building types and integrates real time location data into the existing situational awareness platform.

Planning Information

https://supplier.coupahost.com/quotes/public_events?customer=metpolice&company_name=Metropolitan+Police Event 2672

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0687e9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044106-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48517000 - IT software package

72262000 - Software development services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 20266 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2027 - 1 Jun 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 0LL
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
TLI London

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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