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title: "Communication Exploitation Data Tool (CEDT)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04d526"
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buyer: "MAYOR'S OFFICE OF POLICING AND CRIME"
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# Communication Exploitation Data Tool (CEDT)

Buyer: MAYOR'S OFFICE OF POLICING AND CRIME  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04d526

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## Summary

The Mayor’s Office of Policing and Crime is updating its tender for the "Communication Exploitation Data Tool (CEDT)", classified under "Miscellaneous software package and computer systems" (CPV code 48900000). This procurement process aims to acquire a national software capability service tool to process and analyse large amounts of communications data. The tool must be compliant with security protocols and integrate with existing secure data transfer processes. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with key dates indicating that the documentation will be available by late February 2025. The procurement is anticipated to cover the UK region.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software development and data analysis tools. Companies with expertise in handling various data formats, ensuring secure data transmission and storage, and providing accessible, web-based solutions will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. Additionally, businesses adept at supplying Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) products with full API integration for seamless compatibility with existing systems will be highly competitive for this tender. The procurement process underscores the importance of compliance with government and security standards, making it ideal for companies experienced in working with law enforcement and governmental bodies.

## Notice

The Authority requires a national software capability service tool which: 1. Processes, cleanse, and analyses, large amounts of communications data in varying formats for investigation purposes. 2. Enables intelligence analysts to analysis, generate timelines, reports, i2 charts, and rich maps to visualise key insights and patterns from the communications data. 3. Operates as a connected solution, accessible via force computers and integrate with existing secure data transfer processes, while ensuring compliance with the Authority's security protocols and data handling legislation Some key critical compliance requirements are set out in the Additional Information section below.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

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. Additional information: Servers must be UK based. Supplier's staff who interact with the Authority and/or have access to the Authority's data, must have SC + NPPV3 vetting. Audits are non-negotiable and must be integrated into one of the Authority's audit systems to ensure full compliance with government and oversight requirements Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) products offered must include a full API to enable seamless integration with existing systems and support custom development needs.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002694-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 4 Feb 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MAYOR'S OFFICE OF POLICING AND CRIME |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2JL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2025 at 12:35 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002694-2025
- 21 Jan 2025 at 16:42 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002077-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.met.police.uk
- https://supplier.coupahost.com/quotes/public_events?customer=metpolice
- https://supplier.coupahost.com/sessions/new

## Provenance

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