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Contract for the Provision of Backup Solution to NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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16 Apr 2024 at 09:21

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Summary of the contracting process

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit has awarded a contract for the provision of a Backup Solution to Specialist Computer Centres. The procurement process, classified under Data Services and Computer Network Services, followed a selective method within the SBS Digital Workplace Solutions framework. The regions covered include the South East and South West of the United Kingdom. Key dates include the tender period end on 1st February 2024 and the contract period starting on 20th March 2024, ending on 28th February 2027. The total contract value is £1,491,657.92.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for large-scale technology and data service providers specializing in backup solutions. The contract's long duration provides stability and consistent work, making it ideal for businesses with the capability to deliver reliable data services and network solutions across extensive geographic regions. While the procurement was selective, involving a call-off from a predefined framework, it highlights the importance of being part of relevant frameworks to participate in similar opportunities. Businesses that are experienced in serving large public sector clients like the NHS would find this contract particularly well-suited to their expertise and scale.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for the Provision of Backup Solution to NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit

Notice Description

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for the provision of a Backup Solution to Specialist Computer Centres. This requirement has been procured as a direct award via the SBS Digital Workplace Solutions framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-039979e3-aee5-484f-b5e9-c8bc60d64c7b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43aea202-4949-42ad-bcb9-907be40b43a8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72300000 - Data services

72700000 - Computer network services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,491,657 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,491,657 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Feb 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
20 Mar 2024 - 28 Feb 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
Timothy Blore
Contact Email
scwcsu.justaskprocurement@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EASTLEIGH
Postcode
SO50 5PB
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ35 South Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

Further Information

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