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WHHT - Infant Tagging Security System

WEST HERTFORDSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

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14 Apr 2026 at 13:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospital NHS Trust awarding a contract for an "Infant Tagging Security System" under the NHS SBS Digital Workplace Solutions 2 Framework. This falls within the software-related services category. The procurement method was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. It is in the award stage, having been successfully completed with the contract awarded on 27th March 2026. The contract period spans from 1st May 2026 to 30th April 2027. The project location is in England, United Kingdom, with a postal code WD18 0HB, and the total contract value is £160,000.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in software-related services, particularly those with experience in digital security systems. Although it is not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, larger companies can benefit from potential growth by securing contracts with NHS trusts. Softcat plc is the supplier chosen for this contract, indicating that businesses of similar scale and expertise, particularly those familiar with framework agreements and government procurement processes, are well-suited for such tenders. Engaging in contracts like these provides companies with a foothold in the healthcare sector, facilitating further growth and expansion in this industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WHHT - Infant Tagging Security System

Notice Description

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospital NHS Trust award for Infant Security System via NHS SBS Digital Workplace Solutions 2 Framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3b01d5e6-862b-4e7c-a340-0d8e2cdcaa7d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab8914bb-dfb6-4f86-a1e4-6a69a3a84249
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

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

CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20264 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
WEST HERTFORDSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELWYN GARDEN CITY
Postcode
AL8 6NS
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Handside
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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