This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

26 May 2026 at 09:49

Planning

09 Jul 2025 at 13:17

PlanningUpdate

27 May 2025 at 14:21

Planning

23 May 2025 at 15:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Ministry of Justice, focuses on the provision of court reporting and transcription services across HMCTS jurisdictions, with an emphasis on offsite transcription services. This contracting opportunity falls under administration and judicial services. With a significant funding allocation of £30 million (gross), the procurement is in the planning stage. Located in the United Kingdom, the anticipated contract start date is 1st September 2028, scheduled to conclude by 31st August 2031. While it is still in the planning stage, interested parties should mark their calendars for a future notice, which is expected to be released by 13th September 2027. The procurement method is through a tender process, focusing on service provision.

This planned procurement offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs, which are encouraged to participate. Businesses that specialise in secure digital transcription and have the capability to process digital audio recordings remotely will find this tender particularly beneficial. Given the extensive timeframe of the contract, companies with robust logistics and secure data handling capabilities may find long-term viability in managing these services. Effective participation in this tender can result in establishing a reputable portfolio with central government agencies, enhancing business potential within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Court Reporting and Transcription

Notice Description

Provision of Offsite Transcription Services (OTS) to support the production of official court and tribunal transcripts across HMCTS jurisdictions. The services will comprise the secure receipt, processing, and transcription of digital audio recordings of court and tribunal proceedings, undertaken remotely by the supplier.

Planning Information

Market Engagement Notice Invitation to Register Interest We are pleased to announce that a market engagement session for Court Reporting and Transcription will take place on 11 August 2025 (10am – 12pm). This event is an invaluable opportunity for suppliers to engage, share your knowledge and gain insight into upcoming opportunities. To register your interest in participating, please send an email to HMCTSCommercial@justice.gov.uk. The registration period will close 06/08/25. Ensure that you include your company name and contact details in the registration email. We look forward to your active participation and valuable contributions in this engagement session. Sincerely, The HMCTS Commercial Team

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05244f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048513-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75100000 - Administration services

75231000 - Judicial services

75231100 - Law-courts-related administrative services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
13 Sep 20272 years to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2028 - 31 Aug 2031 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9AJ
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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