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GLD028 2021 - eDisclosure Services - Williams Inquiry - Contract Variation

GOVERNMENT LEGAL DEPARTMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Government Legal Department has conducted a procurement process for eDisclosure services related to the Williams Inquiry, seeking comprehensive insights into the Horizon IT computer system's implementation and failures. This tender, titled "GLD028 2021 - eDisclosure Services - Williams Inquiry," falls under the legal services category and was awarded to Epiq Systems Limited. The procurement method used was selective, initiated through a call-off from the Crown Commercial Service Framework Agreement. The contract commenced on 16 August 2021 and is set to conclude on 30 April 2022, with the total contract value amounting to £43,943.

This procurement opportunity is particularly advantageous for businesses in the legal services sector, especially those specialising in eDisclosure and document review. Companies that possess robust capabilities in handling large volumes of documentation and have experience in complex legal inquiries would be well-positioned to compete in this market. The Williams Inquiry represents an essential examination of critical issues, thereby opening avenues for firms to contribute their expertise while potentially enhancing their reputations and client bases in the legal field.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GLD028 2021 - eDisclosure Services - Williams Inquiry - Contract Variation

Notice Description

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) Commercial and Contract Management Directorate (CCMD) acting on behalf of the Government Legal Department (GLD) previously sought quotations against Lot 2 of the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Framework Agreement for eDisclosure and Review Services (Reference: RM6203) for the supply of services in a single matter. This particular eDisclosure Services procurement project relates to the Williams Inquiry, led by Sir Wyn Williams , to look into and establish a clear account of the implementation and failings of the Horizon IT computer system over its lifetime and assess whether lessons have been learnt at the Post Office Limited. Variation to Contract Following upload and document processing, the number of documents to be reviewed under the Contract has increased and the variation includes: i) the increased cost of hard copy document processing; ii) the increased hours and charges for the Document Review; and iii) the increased data and charges for that data to be hosted both in and out of review.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6b6eedee-1ae5-454e-9bb6-f2f10bd823ca
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71d5f6ad-52ab-4bb3-b2b6-07ffe3764379
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79100000 - Legal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£43,913 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£105,917 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
15 Aug 2021 - 30 Apr 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GOVERNMENT LEGAL DEPARTMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9GL
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
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)
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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