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BMC Helix -SBS24-141-0AR

NHS NORTH OF ENGLAND COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT (HOSTED BY NHSE)

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25 Apr 2025 at 08:19

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the NHS North of England Commissioning Support Unit (Hosted by NHSE), involved the award of a contract for a BMC Helix license management software package. The procurement relates to the goods category within the industry, specifically for license management, and it is positioned in Durham, United Kingdom. The process was conducted through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement reached the award stage on 25th April 2025, with the tender period having ended on 21st March 2025. This contract, valued at £163,420.29, will commence on 1st January 2026 and conclude on 31st December 2026.

This tender presents an opportunity for business growth, particularly for businesses in the goods supply sector and those specialising in license management software. The procurement process's selective method, via a framework agreement, and its preference for SMEs indicate an advantageous circumstance for smaller enterprise participation. With the award granted to Phoenix Software Limited, large software firms may find opportunities in forming partnerships or preparing for similar tenders. The NHS's continual need for digital solutions signifies a consistent demand in the healthcare support sector, offering substantial potential for businesses equipped to meet such technological requirements.

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Notice Title

BMC Helix -SBS24-141-0AR

Notice Description

NHS North of England Care System Support (NECS) has a requirement to purchase renewed BMC licencing for 12 months, until December 2026, based on the specification provided in the scope of services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1d3443ec-3a49-4e31-a691-7c956aa9cfbd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5dc6c160-70cc-4b0d-a70c-385e5c56c030
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48218000 - License management software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£163,420 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£163,420 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS NORTH OF ENGLAND COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT (HOSTED BY NHSE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 3YG
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Durham South
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

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