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Contract for the provision of Short Messaging Services 2024 for NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Award

13 Sep 2024 at 12:46

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit has completed the procurement process for providing Short Messaging Services (SMS) in 2024 on behalf of the NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. The contract, valued at £233,860, has been awarded to BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PLC through a direct award via the Crown Commercial Services' Network Services 3 RM6116 framework, specifically under Lot 3b: Communication Platform as a Service. The contract commencement is scheduled for 19th May 2024, with a conclusion date of 18th May 2025. This service is classified under the CPV code 64212100 (SMS services) and addresses the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in communication platforms and SMS services. SMEs are particularly well-suited to compete in such procurement processes, given the suitability criteria. Successful participation can enhance business growth by establishing partnerships with major public sector healthcare organisations like the NHS and leveraging the credibility and exposure gained from securing government contracts. The selective procurement method through a framework ensures that businesses providing niche and high-quality communication services are well-positioned to deliver optimal solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for the provision of Short Messaging Services 2024 for NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board

Notice Description

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for Short Messaging Services (SMS) to BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PLC on behalf of NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated ICB. This requirement has been procured via Direct award through the Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Network Services 3 RM6116 framework eMarketplace catalogue Lot 3b: Communication Platform as a Service

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf57d75a-242d-4650-bd3a-0ed8a928d851
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

64212100 - Short Message Service (SMS) services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£233,860 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£233,860 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Feb 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Apr 20241 years ago
Contract Period
18 May 2024 - 18 May 2025 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 SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
Tim Blore - Head of Non Clinical Procurement
Contact Email
scwcsu.justaskprocurement@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EASTLEIGH, HAMPSHIRE
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
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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