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Auto Redaction Tool

THAMES VALLEY POLICE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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09 Sep 2024 at 12:55

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22 Nov 2023 at 12:50

Summary of the contracting process

Thames Valley Police has awarded a contract for the Auto Redaction Tool, an extension to an existing contract to support continued service. The procurement falls under the Software package and information systems category (CPV: 48000000) and is being delivered in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used is selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £190,575 GBP, began on 20th September 2024 and will run until 19th September 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software solutions, particularly those focusing on document redaction technologies. SMEs are particularly well-suited to compete for such tenders, as the procurement process emphasises inclusion of smaller businesses. Companies like Softcat and Riven Group Limited, previously awarded contracts under this framework, exemplify the potential for growth within this sector. Businesses capable of providing reliable and innovative ICT solutions stand to benefit from such procurement opportunities.

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Notice Title

Auto Redaction Tool

Notice Description

Existing contract extension for one year, to support a continued service.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5e3ac15f-82bb-456d-91bb-770495c38534
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f09a6d48-b211-4d8f-a2ef-a7cb7cd66339
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£190,575 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£372,075 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Aug 20232 years ago
Contract Period
19 Sep 2024 - 19 Sep 2025 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
THAMES VALLEY POLICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIDLINGTON
Postcode
OX5 2NX
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Cherwell
Electoral Ward
Kidlington East
Westminster Constituency
Bicester and Woodstock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

RIVEN GROUP

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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