BLC2039 Crypto Capabilities: Blockchain Analysis

Tender description

BLC is undertaking pre-market engagement with suppliers to gain insight into the market for cryptoasset investigation software and associated services. Bluelight Commercial (BLC) is undertaking pre-market engagement with suppliers to gain insight into the market for cryptoasset investigation software and associated services. BLC is working in partnership with the Home Office, law enforcement organisations, and other government departments and agencies to explore the procurement of digital tools and related services that will enhance investigative capabilities in the prevention, detection and investigation of financial crime. The licences and services under consideration include: • Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions that provide cryptoasset tracing, investigation and analytical capabilities. • A range of licence types and licensing models to support optimal utilisation across participating organisations. • Licence management and administrative services. • Specialist investigative support, including assistance with complex investigations and the development of evidential packages for criminal proceedings. • Application Programming Interface (API) services to enable investigators to query blockchain data in real time. • Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities to enhance investigative effectiveness and operational efficiency. • Secure-by-design solutions that incorporate appropriate security controls and safeguards. • Coverage of a broad range of cryptoassets, blockchain networks and related technologies. BLC is considering the establishment of a multi-supplier framework for the provision of the tools and services described above. The purpose of this engagement is to gather information from the market that will help inform and shape any future procurement process for the establishment of a framework agreement on behalf of law enforcement organisations and government departments and agencies. This Preliminary Market Engagement Notice is issued for market engagement purposes only and does not constitute a formal tender or pre-qualification process, nor does it represent a commitment to procure any goods or services. Please note that the scope, estimated values and timelines included in this notice are indicative only and may be subject to change. Any future procurement will be subject to the appropriate governance and assurance approvals. BLC reserves the right not to proceed with the procurement or to amend its scope, requirements or approach. To participate in this market engagement, please register on the BLC Atamis Tender Portal: https://atamis-7459.my.site.com/s/Welcome Following registration, please locate Reference: BLC0239 - Crypto Capabilities: Blockchain Analysis and download the Request for Information (RFI) document. Suppliers are invited to respond to the questions contained within the document and upload their completed response via the portal by 3 November 2026. Suppliers may also be invited to participate in a follow-up online meeting to discuss their responses in more detail. Should BLC decide to proceed with a procurement process, a Tender Notice will be published on Find a Tender. Suppliers will be able to participate in any future procurement irrespective of whether they participated in this preliminary market engagement exercise. If you require support in using the Atamis portal, please contact: https://suppliersupport.atamis.co.uk/hc/en-gb Please note that any questions relating to this market engagement must be submitted through the Atamis portal.