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title: "Essex County Council Digital Signature"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c39d7165-c50a-4024-a7e5-ebea88c1ee3b"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2020-08-11"
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# Essex County Council Digital Signature

Buyer: ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c39d7165-c50a-4024-a7e5-ebea88c1ee3b

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## Summary

Essex County Council is initiating the procurement process for a Digital Signature Tool as part of their operations aimed at enhancing efficiency, security, and reducing paperwork. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 2nd September 2020. This opportunity falls under the software package and information systems industry category, targeted for delivery within the East of England, United Kingdom. Interested suppliers should register by this deadline to participate in the engagement activities and respond to the council's queries via Yamini Monks at yamini.monks@essex.gov.uk.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in software solutions and digital tools. Businesses that can offer innovative signature solutions or related services are particularly encouraged to engage with Essex County Council. By participating in this tender, suitable suppliers can showcase their capabilities, potentially leading to a long-term partnership with the council, thereby contributing to business growth in a sector that is increasingly prioritising digital transformation.

## Notice

Essex County Council is aiming to procure a Digital Signature Tool and is seeking to carry out supplier engagement activities in relation to this future opportunity and invites interested parties to register their interest in participating in this process. The tool will enable the council to; * Save time. * Save money. * Strengthen security * Improve productivity and cutting down on paperwork. We are engaging with the market to better understand what products and services are available. We would like suppliers to answer a few questions for further information and a copy of the questions. Please contact Yamini Monks, yamini.monks@essex.gov.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f5af2cc8-1867-427b-a949-c443c0aa63d3 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 2 Sep 2020 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHELMSFORD |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM1 1QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
| Electoral ward | Moulsham and Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chelmsford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 11 Aug 2020 at 08:46 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f5af2cc8-1867-427b-a949-c443c0aa63d3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f5af2cc8-1867-427b-a949-c443c0aa63d3
  11th August 2020 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/621f4e04-116b-4f9c-86bb-cf548c78eab7
  Overview of requirements

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