--- title: "BLC0228 Digital Forensic Software and Tools (DFS&T) Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04ee0e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04ee0e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04ee0e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04ee0e.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED" published: "2026-01-13" --- # BLC0228 Digital Forensic Software and Tools (DFS&T) Framework Buyer: BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04ee0e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04ee0e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04ee0e.json) ## Summary The procurement process, conducted by BlueLight Commercial Limited, involves establishing an Open Framework for Digital Forensic Software and Tools to support policing and associated agencies across the United Kingdom. The framework, titled "BLC0228 Digital Forensic Software and Tools (DFS&T) Framework," falls under the industry category of IT services and software packages, and it is aligned with the Forensic Science Regulators Code of Practice. The procurement stage is currently active, with the tender period ending on 27 February 2026. Located in London, the procurement method is an open procedure intended to facilitate wide participation from various suppliers. The end of the tender award period is set for 5 May 2026, and the whole framework is valued at approximately £960.6 million. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in digital forensic software and tools, enabling them to participate in a substantial government procurement process. The framework's open nature and its periodic reopening for new suppliers encourage competition, innovation, and SME involvement. Businesses providing industry-specific software packages, data-processing machines, and related IT services would find this tender particularly advantageous. The framework allows for both direct awards and further competition, providing multiple pathways for suppliers to secure contracts, thus offering diverse growth opportunities in supporting law enforcement agencies' digital forensic capabilities. ## Notice BlueLight Commercial are approaching the market nationally to establish an Open Framework for the provision of Digital Forensic Software and Tools. The scope of this framework has been established in alignment with the Forensic Science Regulators Code of Practice (2025), ensuring it reflects the current statutory requirements placed on local forensic units. This framework is intended to include all suppliers of Digital Forensic Software and Tools that support policing and agencies in meeting their obligations under the code. We seek to ensure that Software and Tools on the framework enable forces to achieve compliance, maintain quality standards and uphold the integrity and reliability of digital forensic processes in line with regulatory expectations. Inclusion on this framework does not require suppliers themselves to be accredited or directly compliant with Forensic Science Regulator's Code of Practice, but the Software and Tools they provide must support end users in meeting those requirements. We reserve the right to review and amend the scope of this framework as required to reflect any updates, revisions, or iterations of the Forensic Science Regulators Code of Practice and associated standards throughout the duration of the framework agreement. Following national consultation, it has been agreed that case management systems will not be included within the scope of this framework. This ensures the framework remains focused on digital forensic software and tooling, avoiding overlap with other national procurement activity. The stated estimated contract value includes provision for anticipated annual price increases over the potential contract term, in line with expected inflationary and market-related cost pressures. In addition, the value incorporates an allowance to cover estimated expenditure that may arise from use by additional participating or associated agencies during the life of the contract. The estimated value is therefore not a guarantee of spend but represents a prudent upper limit for procurement and transparency purposes ### Lot Information Lot LOT-0001 Options: Modification Option 1 The Framework Agreement is established in accordance with the Forensic Science Regulators Codes of Practice (Codes) as of 2025. Over the duration of this Framework Agreement the Codes will be amended and therefore the scope of the framework would need to update in line with any changes to the Codes to ensure it remains relevant. Modification Option 2 Requirement to provide connectivity to other policing systems as part of the provision of this service. ### Planning Information Please visit https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home to register on the BlueLight Commercial e-tendering platform. Once registered, please navigate to Portals in the top right of the screen Please log in to BlueLight Commercial Portal Here you will be able to see the further information and a link to the survey to complete: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/DFSoftwareandToolsMar25/ ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002849-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 27 Feb 2026 | | Future notice date | 31 Aug 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 26 May 2026 - 26 May 2034 | | Recurrence | 2028-04-26 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £800,512,167 | | Lots value | £800,512,167 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1P 3JS | | 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 - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 42 - Industrial machinery - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 30210000 - Data-processing machines (hardware) - 30230000 - Computer-related equipment - 42992000 - Special-purpose electrical goods - 48100000 - Industry specific software package - 48600000 - Database and operating software package - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 13 Jan 2026 at 16:47 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002849-2026 - 12 Jan 2026 at 16:17 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002402-2026 - 24 Jun 2025 at 08:51 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034592-2025 - 3 Apr 2025 at 09:26 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012703-2025 - 17 Mar 2025 at 16:27 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009738-2025 - 17 Mar 2025 at 16:20 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009735-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002849-2026 13th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002402-2026 12th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034592-2025 24th June 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012703-2025 3rd April 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009738-2025 17th March 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009735-2025 17th March 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home ## Notice URLs - http://www.bluelightcommercial.police.uk/ - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/DFSoftwareandToolsMar25/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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