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SAS Licences and Support

NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT

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22 Aug 2025 at 14:15

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Blood and Transplant has completed a procurement process for "SAS Licences and Support" within the software-related services industry category in Bristol, England. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process closed on 18th July 2025, with the award being made on 22nd August 2025. The contract will commence on 1st September 2025 and conclude on 31st August 2027. This procurement, valued at £106,584, not only facilitates the provision of necessary software licences but also aligns with ongoing service commitments within the UK healthcare system.

This opportunity presents a significant chance for businesses in the software services sector to grow, particularly those experienced in providing specialised software licensing and support. While the tender was not open to SMEs or VCSEs, it remains beneficial for larger organisations looking to expand their portfolio within the public health sector. The buyer, NHS Blood and Transplant, ensures a reputable partnership, bolstering future business opportunities and networks. Companies with a strong background in software services and framework agreement experience would have been ideally positioned to compete for this tender.

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Notice Title

SAS Licences and Support

Notice Description

Provision of SAS Licences

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-498c24e3-53ff-493f-a4ca-60d6d43fd334
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33098785-51f3-4a01-890b-5b80274a8cc1
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

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


CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£106,584 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 1-2 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
NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 7QH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
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
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Filton
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DEMARQ

Further Information

Notice Documents

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