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title: "Provision Of DocDefender Automatic Redaction Software"
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buyer: "DURHAM CONSTABULARY"
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# Provision Of DocDefender Automatic Redaction Software

Buyer: DURHAM CONSTABULARY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a2f3a33d-7ab9-4b7c-8eff-aab9167f1f84

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## Summary

Durham Constabulary has completed the procurement process for the provision of DocDefender Automatic Redaction Software, classified under the industry category "Software package and information systems" (CPV code: 48000000). This tender, valued at £160,000 GBP, follows a selective procurement method via call-off from the HTE3 framework agreement. The successful supplier, Softcat, will commence the contract from 11 February 2025 until 10 February 2028, to deliver services within the North East region, United Kingdom. Durham Constabulary issued the award notice on 23 December 2024, after concluding the tender on 20 December 2024.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in automated redaction software and ancillary IT services. The engagement with a prominent buyer like Durham Constabulary can enhance a company’s portfolio, expand market reach, and solidify credibility in the software solutions sector. Mid-sized to large firms with robust capabilities in delivering and supporting automation software solutions, particularly those who can operate within structured framework agreements, are well-placed to benefit from similar opportunities.

## Notice

Direct award notice for the call-off contract award from the HTE3 framework for the provision of an automated redaction service. This was awarded to Softcat and subcontracted to RIVEN Group Ltd.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b138ab4a-4e93-4fad-9bd0-712704e11459 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 11 Feb 2025 - 10 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £160,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM CONSTABULARY |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 23 Dec 2024 at 13:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b138ab4a-4e93-4fad-9bd0-712704e11459

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b138ab4a-4e93-4fad-9bd0-712704e11459
  23rd December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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