Scope
Description
BlueLight Commercial (BLC) have published a Preliminary Market Engagement Notice and are working in collaboration with the Forensics Capability Network (FCN) to gather information in relation to the supply of Digital Forensics Software and Tools.
BLC are exploring a national approach to the supply of Digital Forensics Software and Tools that meets the evolving needs of police forces and agencies. BLC and FCN will conduct the Preliminary Market Engagement to ensure better understanding of the market, supplier appetite, capacity, and capability, as well as perceived risks and opportunities. The aim is to ensure all forces and agencies have access to the most effective, reliable, and innovative digital forensic solutions available in the market.
A request for information via a written response is being requested in the first instance and request this is returned by Friday 11th April at 11:00am.
Face to face meetings will take place on either the 7th or 8th May, depending on the level of interest BLC reserve the right to only invite suppliers to these sessions who are currently in high demand or high risk areas. The session will provide an opportunity to expand on the information requested below.
If representatives from your organisation are unable to attend on the 7th or 8th May please indicate below.
Your feedback as a provider will not have a bearing on any future Tender submissions you may wish to offer at a later stage. You will not be disadvantaged if you choose not to respond to this engagement questionnaire, however it will be helpful to understand your views early in the design process, so we encourage you to respond as fully as you are able to. For the avoidance of doubt, this stage of the project is not part of a formal procurement process and there is no commitment, at this stage to carrying out such a process.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 17 December 2025 to 14 December 2029
- 3 years, 11 months, 29 days
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 48100000 - Industry specific software package
Engagement
Engagement deadline
5 April 2025
Engagement process description
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/
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
18 July 2025
Contracting authority
BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED
- Companies House: 12517649
Lower Ground 5-8 The Sanctuary
London
SW1P 3JS
United Kingdom
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government