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title: "Software for the decryption of Apple iPhones"
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# Software for the decryption of Apple iPhones

Buyer: 7 FORCES PROCUREMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-74a153e5-b5a4-4946-a625-e8c4b25d082c

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the buying organisation, 7 Forces Procurement, seeking a supplier for the project titled "Software for the decryption of Apple iPhones." This tender falls under the telecommunications services industry category and is located in the East of England, United Kingdom. The procurement method used is a direct approach, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. The award was made on 7 October 2021, with the contract period commencing on 30 October 2021 and concluding on 29 October 2022.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the technology and software development sectors, particularly those with expertise in advanced decryption technologies. Suppliers that can provide innovative and reliable solutions for law enforcement needs would be well-positioned to compete. With a contract value of £32,228.77, this tender could enable growth for established firms as well as new entrants looking to expand their offerings in public sector contracts.

## Notice

Highly sensitive software used for the decryption of Apple iPhones. This software supports all departments for Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies in investigations involving locked iDevices.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44ed5a78-3042-4578-b1f4-ce9935d443a1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 29 Oct 2021 - 29 Oct 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £32,228 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £32,228 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | 7 FORCES PROCUREMENT |
| Locality | - |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM2 6DN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
| Electoral ward | Trinity |
| Westminster constituency | Chelmsford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GRAYSHIFT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64200000 - Telecommunications services

## Release History

- 19 Oct 2021 at 15:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44ed5a78-3042-4578-b1f4-ce9935d443a1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44ed5a78-3042-4578-b1f4-ce9935d443a1
  19th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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