--- title: "SOL - AI Case Recording" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058813" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058813" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058813.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058813.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SOLIHULL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2025-08-29" --- # SOL - AI Case Recording Buyer: SOLIHULL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058813 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058813) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058813.json) ## Summary Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is currently in the planning stage for a procurement initiative titled "SOL - AI Case Recording," aimed at acquiring a digital recording support tool for use in casework. This initiative falls within the software programming and consultancy services industry category, and targets solutions compatible with commonly used devices like laptops and smartphones, offering functionalities such as conversation recording and meeting summaries. The contracting process is guided by legal basis outlined in UKPGA 2023/54, and is supported by preliminary market engagement (PME) activities. Interested providers are encouraged to submit their interest via the e-procurement portal by 27th August 2025. Future notices are expected by 12th September 2025, with services planned for delivery in the UKG32 region of the United Kingdom, spanning from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2029. This procurement presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in digital solutions, software programming, and social work services without accommodation. Companies, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, poised to provide innovative digital tools for sensitive environments like social work or professional settings will find this tender beneficial for business growth. The focus on advanced features such as direct output exportation into preferred formats aligns well with the capabilities of technology firms equipped to deliver high-quality digital solutions. Engaging in this contract can enhance expertise, expand client portfolios, and facilitate entry into public sector markets, providing a robust platform for organisational development and expansion. ## Notice PME to understand the availability, capability, and readiness of providers who can offer a digital recording support tool. We are looking for a solution that: * Enables recording of conversations (e.g., between practitioners and families or between professionals). * Is compatible with commonly used devices such as laptops and smartphones. * Can generate summaries of discussions, including meetings, in line with our casework templates. * Can export outputs directly into formats that align with our internal recording standards. ### Planning Information PME to be undertaken, with interest and submission to be submitted via the e-procurement portal. Portal Site https://solihull.my.site.com/login?ec=302&inst=Sj&startURL=/home/home.jsp ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052504-2025 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 29 Aug 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 12 Sep 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 | | 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 | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SOLIHULL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | SOLIHULL | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B91 3QB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG32 Solihull | | Local authority | Solihull | | Electoral ward | St Alphege | | Westminster constituency | Solihull West and Shirley | | Delivery location | TLG32 Solihull | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services - 72500000 - Computer-related services - 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation ## Release History - 29 Aug 2025 at 13:46 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052504-2025 - 15 Aug 2025 at 10:16 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049057-2025 - 14 Aug 2025 at 13:47 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048818-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052504-2025 29th August 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049057-2025 15th August 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048818-2025 14th August 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://solihull.my.site.com/login?ec=302&inst=Sj&startURL=/home/home.jsp - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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