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EHRC 2526-28 M365 Records Management Development

EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION

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27 Jan 2026 at 12:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Equality and Human Rights Commission has completed the procurement process for the project titled "EHRC 2526-28 M365 Records Management Development." The contract, aimed at enhancing Microsoft 365 information management tools, falls under the IT services sector, specifically covering consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This process, classified under the selective procurement method as a call-off from the Government Digital Marketplace G-Cloud 14 framework agreement, focused on addressing service needs across England, Scotland, and Wales. The contract, valued at £22,704, was awarded on 26 January 2026, with the contract period commencing on 28 January 2026 and concluding on 31 March 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, especially those that focus on enhancing digital tools and systems. The project seeks expertise in managing information, data, and records securely and in compliance with regulatory standards, preparing these for future AI applications. The procurement was open to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which suggests a welcoming environment for nimble, innovative companies capable of delivering tailored IT consultancy and software development services within the region. The awarded supplier, In-Form Consult Ltd, being classified as an SME, exemplifies the potential for smaller firms to secure significant government contracts, promoting business growth and strengthening their market presence.

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Notice Title

EHRC 2526-28 M365 Records Management Development

Notice Description

Professional support to develop our Microsoft 365 information management tools to ensure information, data and records are secure and compliant in readiness for us to make use of AI to support our work. Call-Off from the Government Digital Marketplace G-Cloud 14

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-654807a6-9cf9-4978-bc32-10ca2f0fca41
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23cce046-6a29-4142-96ce-3052b3ba3c29
Current Stage
Award
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£22,704 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£22,704 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
28 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 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
EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementhelpdesk@equalityhumanrights.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M4 3AQ
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IN-FORM CONSULT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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