--- title: "BLC0168 - National Framework for Live Facial Recognition Software" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8013f6d6-74e1-4263-ae80-79f3df481112" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8013f6d6-74e1-4263-ae80-79f3df481112" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8013f6d6-74e1-4263-ae80-79f3df481112.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8013f6d6-74e1-4263-ae80-79f3df481112.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL" published: "2024-11-20" --- # BLC0168 - National Framework for Live Facial Recognition Software Buyer: BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8013f6d6-74e1-4263-ae80-79f3df481112 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8013f6d6-74e1-4263-ae80-79f3df481112) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8013f6d6-74e1-4263-ae80-79f3df481112.json) ## Summary BlueLight Commercial is currently conducting a procurement process to establish a national multi-supplier framework for Live Facial Recognition (LFR) software under the title BLC0168 - National Framework for Live Facial Recognition Software. This procurement falls under the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on software development and support. The framework seeks to deploy real-time facial recognition technology across multiple regions, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and other international locations. The tender is at the active stage, with the tender period set to end on 13th December 2024, and the contract will run from 21st February 2025 to 20th February 2028. The procurement method is an open procedure above the threshold, inviting comprehensive competition. This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT and software development, particularly those with expertise in facial recognition and security technologies. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking to expand their market footprint. The multi-supplier framework allows numerous successful applicants to provide their services, promoting a competitive environment that can drive innovation and operational efficiency. Companies engaged in consulting, software development, and internet services may find this tender particularly beneficial to leverage their capabilities and establish a long-term relationship with BlueLight Commercial. ## Notice BlueLight Commercial are looking to establish a national multi-supplier framework for the provision of Live Facial Recognition (LFR) Software. The Scope of the Framework is for LFR Software, which is a real-time deployment of facial recognition technology, which compares a live camera feed (or multiple feeds) of faces against predetermined watchlists, to locate persons of interest by generating an alert when a possible match is found. Additional information: To access the tender documentation please visit https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/publictenders Search National Framework for Live Facial Recognition Software or reference BLC0168 Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be73b831-4fd8-40d7-a22e-e9d644a10229 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | 13 Dec 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 Feb 2025 - 20 Feb 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL | | Locality | - | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B4 6DG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Ladywood | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 20 Nov 2024 at 10:25 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be73b831-4fd8-40d7-a22e-e9d644a10229 - 19 Nov 2024 at 08:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be73b831-4fd8-40d7-a22e-e9d644a10229 - 18 Nov 2024 at 16:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be73b831-4fd8-40d7-a22e-e9d644a10229 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be73b831-4fd8-40d7-a22e-e9d644a10229 20th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bluelightcommercial/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/publictenders ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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