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pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs

# 003918 - Contract for AI Enabled Reaction Software to support the effective delivery of Subject Access Requests (SARs)

[Durham County Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/durham-county-council)

Estimated value

£100,000

Published

3 Sept 2026

Deadline

Rolling deadline

## Who can bid

- Buyer says suitable for SMEs

    The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid.
- Below-threshold contract

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    [Procurement Act 2023, section 85](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/section/85)
- Open procedure

    Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage.

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## About this tender

Procurement of an AI-enabled redaction solution to support Subject Access Request (SAR) handling. The solution is intended to improve the efficiency, consistency, auditability and resilience of the redaction process, reducing manual effort and supporting the management of complex file types. Any implementation would operate alongside appropriate human oversight, quality assurance and governance controls. Market research indicates that a developing supplier market exists, providing the opportunity for a range of viable solutions. The next stage will involve market engagement to refine requirements, assess supplier capability, develop a detailed specification, and confirm costs, governance arrangements and implementation considerations.

## CPV classification

Software package and information systems IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Source

Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-06f146-2026-09-03T13:23:42+01:00

[View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-06f146-2026-09-03T13:23:42+01:00)

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