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Virtual Ward Software

UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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23 Apr 2026 at 09:38

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Virtual Ward Software was undertaken by the United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, located in Lincoln, United Kingdom. This tender, classified under the industry category of Software package and information systems, follows a selective procurement method through the SBS10144 Technology Enabling Care Services 2 Framework, indicating a call-off from a framework agreement. The process is now at the award stage, with Solcom Limited as the awarded supplier, and was announced as active on 17th April 2026. The contract period is slated to commence on 1st May 2026 and conclude by 30th April 2027, involving a project budget of £74,400 GBP.

This procurement presents valuable opportunities for businesses engaged in the technology and software sector, particularly those focusing on healthcare enabling services. Companies that are equipped to provide complex software systems tailored for healthcare environments could leverage such tenders to expand their portfolio. Despite being procured through a selective method, medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should note the involvement of Solcom Limited, an SME, emphasizing potential compatibility for businesses of similar scale aiming to secure future framework agreements and cultivate strategic partnerships within the healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Virtual Ward Software

Notice Description

Virtual Ward Software, procured via SBS10144 Technology Enabling Care Services 2 Framework

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-30a38d86-2d85-45a4-bf83-7a58b46f149a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/861dd0b1-4134-4d62-93d7-4e62611b2a57
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£74,400 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£74,400 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 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
UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN2 5QY
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
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
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Abbey
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOLCOM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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