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Orgreave Inquiry - Document Management System

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18 Mar 2026 at 14:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Home Office, involves the provision of a document management system for the Orgreave Inquiry. The contract, titled "Orgreave Inquiry - Document Management System", falls under the services industry category, specifically for document management systems, and is valued at £246,120. The procurement method employed was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, and the award stage of the process is already active as of 18th March 2026. The contract period spans from 16th March 2026 to 13th March 2028, with service delivery expected in multiple locations including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, European territories, and various global regions.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses with expertise in document management systems, particularly those capable of servicing large-scale enquiries. Given its suitability criteria, it is a viable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), who can leverage such contracts to expand their service offerings and market credibility. Epiq Systems Limited, a large-scale supplier, has been selected for the award, demonstrating the potential for significant business growth for suppliers with established capability and delivery infrastructure across various regions. Businesses specialising in similar offers can benefit from such high-profile government contracts by enhancing their visibility and gaining valuable experience in public sector engagements.

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Notice Title

Orgreave Inquiry - Document Management System

Notice Description

Awarded contract notice. Relating to the provision of a document management system for the Orgreave Inquiry

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c28a45be-5c33-43ad-9c58-00283c4bb2ad
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4d5b76f4-fc09-4f59-9531-93fd21c9247c
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48311100 - Document management system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£246,120 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£246,120 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 13 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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