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Informatics expertise to support developing interoperability in GM

NHS ENGLAND

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10 Jul 2023 at 14:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the NHS England involved the award of a contract for informatics expertise to support developing interoperability in the genomics sector. The tender, titled "Informatics expertise to support developing interoperability in GM," sought to develop an interoperable informatics and data infrastructure for the NHS to use and share genomic data, focusing on standardisation and messaging of test ordering, tracking, and reporting. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period started on May 26, 2023, and will end on March 31, 2024. The buying organisation was NHS England, located in Leeds, United Kingdom.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses with expertise in analytical, scientific, mathematical, or forecasting software development services to engage with the NHS and contribute to improving patient care through the effective use and sharing of genomic data. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are particularly suitable to compete in this procurement process. Given the specific focus on genomics and healthcare data infrastructure, businesses with a background in health tech, informatics, and data management are well-suited to take part and provide valuable solutions to support the NHS in its mission for better patient care.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Informatics expertise to support developing interoperability in GM

Notice Description

Developing an interoperable informatic and data infrastructure that enables the NHS to use and share genomic data appropriately to improve patient care. Primarily through standardisation and messaging of test ordering, tracking and reporting.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1f3a48b6-cab4-4735-baa2-e3ec9e506d44
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc5f6c08-ec22-452e-a490-ed8b3e8414cf
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72212460 - Analytical, scientific, mathematical or forecasting software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,320,625 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,320,625 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 May 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jun 20232 years ago
Contract Period
25 May 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 6-12 months
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 ENGLAND
Contact Name
Andy Powell
Contact Email
andrew.powell14@nhs.net
Contact Phone
+447702433551

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS2 7UE
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANSWER DIGITAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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