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title: "E-signature tool"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d8dc14ad-6b87-4f59-a375-34e032f67312"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE INSOLVENCY SERVICE"
published: "2026-02-04"
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# E-signature tool

Buyer: THE INSOLVENCY SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d8dc14ad-6b87-4f59-a375-34e032f67312

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## Summary

The Insolvency Service, based in London, England, recently completed a procurement process under the title "E-signature tool". This contract aimed to acquire a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) electronic signature licence tool for at least 800 users, facilitating legal documentation and certification services. The procurement process was conducted using a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. Key timelines include the tender period that ended on 16 January 2026, with the contract spanning from 31 January 2026 to 30 January 2027. The awarded supplier is Node4 Limited, a large-scale business, with the contract valued at £63,900.28.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in digital signature solutions, particularly those focusing on legal documentation services. While a large supplier has been chosen, the tender invited small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate, indicating an accessible entry point for agile companies able to offer innovative solutions and tailor-made services. Businesses with expertise in scalable digital tools for legal services would find this market lucrative, given the growing demand for efficient e-signature solutions within the public sector.

## Notice

Procurement of a COTS E-Signature Licence Tool for a minimum of 800 users, which will allow letters and documents to be issued to internal and external customers for electronic signature. Minimum advanced signature type required.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a7e73ed-d8fc-4710-a408-30a4dc6d6b05 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Jan 2026 - 30 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £63,900 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £63,900 |
| 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 | THE INSOLVENCY SERVICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1HZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NODE4 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79130000 - Legal documentation and certification services

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2026 at 12:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a7e73ed-d8fc-4710-a408-30a4dc6d6b05

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a7e73ed-d8fc-4710-a408-30a4dc6d6b05
  4th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/988866f9-6aa3-4e96-b71f-4488a05a7c32

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