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Allocate Optima license agreement via NHS SBS Framework

LONDON

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05 Jan 2026 at 12:09

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process pertains to a completed tender for the Allocate Optima license agreement, launched under the NHS SBS Framework. The buying organisation is based in London, identified as London with contact located at 10 South Colonnade, London, postal code E14 4PU. This procurement falls under the industry-specific software package category, suitable for businesses dealing in goods. The procurement method was selective, executed through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 30th December 2025 and is set to conclude on 29th December 2029, with an award value of £175,863. The supplier awarded the contract is Softcat Plc, noted for their large-scale business operations.

This tender offers strategic business growth opportunities for companies specialising in industry-specific software solutions. As the NHS SBS Framework was utilised, businesses already engaged with or seeking entry into public sector frameworks will find this advantageous. The selective procurement process underscores the need for well-established entities capable of delivering reliable software packages, aligning with large-scale supplier capabilities. Engaging in such contracts can enhance business visibility and credibility within government contracting circles.

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Notice Title

Allocate Optima license agreement via NHS SBS Framework

Notice Description

4 year contract for Allocate Optima license agreement via NHS SBS Framework

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3050ce06-5a76-4085-99d4-8a671618694b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d7f4d0c3-f234-4406-a316-2a10b7216f58
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£175,863 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£175,863 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
30 Dec 2025 - 29 Dec 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON
Contact Name
Procurement Operations
Contact Email
procurement.operations@ukhsa.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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