--- title: "Digital Forensic Investigation Platform" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ea61" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05ea61" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ea61.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ea61.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHUMBRIA" published: "2025-11-27" --- # Digital Forensic Investigation Platform Buyer: THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHUMBRIA Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ea61 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05ea61) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ea61.json) ## Summary The Police and Crime Commissioner for Northumbria is in the planning stage for a procurement titled "Digital Forensic Investigation Platform," focused on enhancing the management and analysis of digital evidence in criminal investigations. This procurement process is being conducted through an open, competitive flexible procedure, suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Key dates include a deadline at noon on 27th December 2025 for submitting the Request for Information (RFI) and the end of the enquiry period on 17th June 2026. The procurement is classified under the software package and information systems category, with the contract period set to begin on 1st September 2026 and potentially extending to 30th August 2032. The contract, primarily targeting suppliers in the Newcastle region and the wider UKC region, aims to address current capabilities' limitations in reviewing mobile phone data effectively. This procurement presents a significant business growth opportunity for suppliers in the software and digital forensics industries, particularly those experienced in delivering innovative solutions for law enforcement agencies. Companies that can design advanced software systems to efficiently manage digital evidence will find this tender particularly appealing. As the tender encourages participation from SMEs, smaller businesses with specialised knowledge in digital forensic technologies have the opportunity to compete on equal footing with larger firms. By participating, suppliers can not only gain valuable experience in public sector contracts but also contribute to enhancing public safety through technological advancements. ## Notice Northumbria Police has identified an area of improvement regarding managing and analysing the growing volume and complexity of digital evidence in criminal investigations. Current capabilities, particularly in reviewing mobile phone downloads, are limited and hinder the efficiency and effectiveness of investigations. This RFI outlines the need for improved software solutions to address these challenges and ensure the Force maintains high standards of investigative quality and public trust. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: The contract may include 2 optional 12 month extension periods to be taking at the discretion of the authority. ### Planning Information Interested suppliers should look to download and complete the RFI included in the planned procurement notice found here: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077783-2025?origin=Dashboard. Please return by 12 noon on 27/12/2025 to lucy.scott@northumbria.police.uk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077834-2025 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Nov 2025 | | Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | 1 Jun 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2030 | | 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 | THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHUMBRIA | | Locality | NEWCASTLE | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE12 8EW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside | | Local authority | North Tyneside | | Electoral ward | Longbenton & Benton | | Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne North | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems ## Release History - 27 Nov 2025 at 16:14 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077834-2025 - 27 Nov 2025 at 15:35 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077783-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077834-2025 27th November 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077783-2025 27th November 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-8456 Any supplier that is interested in this opportunity should complete and return the attached RFI by no later than 12 noon on 27/12/2025. Any completed document must be sent to lucy.scott@northumbria.police.uk. ## Notice URLs - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077783-2025?origin=Dashboard - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05ea61. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ea61.json.