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title: "Communication Exploitation Data Tool (CEDT)"
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buyer: "METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE"
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# Communication Exploitation Data Tool (CEDT)

Buyer: METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ed7737f5-28bd-4a92-bb1f-07907d4a921b

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## Summary

The Metropolitan Police Service is planning a procurement process for a "Communication Exploitation Data Tool (CEDT)" under the industry category of "Miscellaneous software package and computer systems" (CPV 48900000). This upcoming tender opportunity is estimated to be valued at GBP 900,000 with the procurement stage currently in planning. The procurement process is expected to follow a restricted procedure (above threshold) and will be officially announced in late February 2025. The contract period will run from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2029. This procurement will involve the development and support of a sophisticated data tool that converts raw communication data into analysable formats, ensuring stringent security measures in data handling. The tender documents will be available on the specified URL link after the publication of the Contract Notice.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for companies specialising in data processing, security software solutions, or those experienced in handling multi-format data integration. The project demands suppliers to develop a zero-deployment tool accessible via standard internet browsers, complying with high-level security protocols. Businesses adept in providing comprehensive support and training services, alongside proven capabilities in maintaining secure and robust data systems, will find themselves well-suited to compete for this contract. Moreover, the Metropolitan Police Service encourages participation from SMEs and VCSEs, presenting an inclusive opportunity for diverse business entities to engage and potentially secure a valuable long-term contract.

## Notice

Taken from PIN Must requirements: The solution must cleanse raw communications data, including radio frequency data, and transform it into standardised, usable format suitable for intelligence analysis. The solution must support importing and process data from multiple file formats, including but not limited to; CSV, ANPR data, Drone Data, Zipcar records, Uber Ride Data, Uber Eats delivery Data. The supplier's solution should be zero deployment and accessible via a browser to be suitable. The solution shall be accessible via a standard internet browser - i.e. Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome. The supplier's solution must ensure that all data is: Encryption in-transit, using secure protocols (e.g., Transport Layer Security (TLS) TLS1.2, higher, comparable). Encrypted at rest, utilising industry-standard encryption algorithms (e.g., AES-256). The supplier's solution must implement robust access control mechanisms, including Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) to restrict access based on user roles and responsibilities. Supplier shall provide training and training material to the Authority for the tool. Supplier shall be fully responsible for the support and maintenance of their servers. This notice intends to inform the marketplace of a potential upcoming tender opportunity. The procurement documentation will be made available following the publication of the Contract Notice, which will mark the start of the procurement process. This is anticipated to be late February 2025. Procurement documentation will be accessible via the URL link referenced in I.3 section.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b25a86ab-66ef-4898-a7ad-d1939366e5f8 |
| Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 20 Feb 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £900,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW6 6LT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI72 Brent |
| Local authority | Brent |
| Electoral ward | Queens Park |
| Westminster constituency | Queen's Park and Maida Vale |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2025 at 12:46 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b25a86ab-66ef-4898-a7ad-d1939366e5f8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b25a86ab-66ef-4898-a7ad-d1939366e5f8
  27th January 2025 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.met.police.uk

## Provenance

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