Tender

e-Disclosure and Review Services

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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20 Nov 2020 at 13:48

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) is inviting tenders for the provision of e-Disclosure and Review Services under Framework RM6203. This procurement, classified under the CPV code for Data-processing services, targets the UK Public Sector and is intended to establish a collaborative agreement for handling complex legal and document-related processes. The tender period is set to close on 6 January 2021, and the contract is expected to start on 24 May 2021, running until 24 May 2024, with an estimated value of £24 million. The procurement method is an open procedure above the threshold, allowing a wide range of suppliers to participate and provide their services in the United Kingdom.

This opportunity is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in legal services, data management, and technology-driven document review processes. Businesses that offer expertise in managing large datasets and compliance with the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) can leverage this tender to expand their client base within the public sector. By participating in this procurement process, companies can not only enhance their visibility but also secure long-term contracts with governmental entities, fostering significant business growth in a competitive marketplace.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

e-Disclosure and Review Services

Notice Description

Crown Commercial Service (CCS) as the authority intends to put in place a pan government collaborative agreement for the provision of eDisclosure and Review Services for use by the UK Public Sector Buyers identified at VI.3). The Services provided are based upon the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) and requirements of part 31 of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR). The Service requirements under the Lot-based structure of this Framework Contract span a wide and diverse customer base and require a variety of specialist services encompassed by the EDRM, but broadly some or all of the following eight (8) stages: Strategic Oversight, Advice and Support; Document Identification; Document Preservation and Collection; Document Processing; Document Review; Document Production; Disclosure from Other Opponent Parties; and Presentation at Trial.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5a8d6f7-ca35-488d-9f73-6a142af09850
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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

CPV Codes

72310000 - Data-processing services

79100000 - Legal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£24,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 May 2021 - 24 May 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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