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E-Disclosure Platform

CABINET OFFICE

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07 Oct 2025 at 13:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Cabinet Office has concluded a selective procurement process using a call-off from a framework agreement for an e-Disclosure platform, part of the services industry category classified under CPV code 30211300 (Computer platforms). Located in the United Kingdom, specifically managed from their office at 70 Whitehall, London, this tender process transitioned from tender to an award stage, with the contract commencing on 15th September 2025 and end set for 14th September 2026. The awarded contract, valued at GBP 43,200, was given to Epiq Systems Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in London. This procurement aims to support the Manston Inquiry, requiring the platform to handle sensitive data, AI functionalities, and compliance with GDS standards.

This e-Disclosure platform contract represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in digital solutions and data management services. The procurement specifically sought solutions that could offer innovative functionalities, including AI tools for discovery and disclosure, thus appealing to companies that excel in cutting-edge technology development. Businesses, particularly SMEs and VCSEs capable of providing scalable digital platforms that meet high security and interoperability standards, would be well-suited to pursue similar future opportunities with the Cabinet Office.

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Notice Title

E-Disclosure Platform

Notice Description

To meet the obligations to the Manston Inquiry, the Cabinet Office requires an e-Disclosure platform that meets the following requirements: - Able to store at least 4,000 documents or 2-3GB of data; - Able to store material up to OFFICIAL-SENSITIVE level; - Can store material for at least two years; - Possesses equivalent functionality to Relativity; - Enables the use of AI tools to aid discovery and disclosure work; - Is interoperable with other e-Disclosure platforms; - Is ready to use as soon as possible; - Is security compliant to GDS standards; The requirement was put through the G Cloud call off procedure

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0acf6537-26de-4aa4-afea-d2c144ea9b22
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2712b073-57cc-4e9c-a269-5a815c9844f2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30211300 - Computer platforms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£43,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£43,200 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
14 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CABINET OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AS
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EPIQ SYSTEMS

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