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04 Aug 2026 at 15:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Clinical Coding Automation Software" was conducted by West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, located in Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom. This initiative focuses on the healthcare industry, specifically software implementation services. The process has reached the award stage as of 4th August 2026, with the contract beginning on 8th December 2025, and concluding on 7th December 2028. It was carried out using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and is classified under the CPV code 72263000. This contract's geographic focus is the East of England, supporting the Trust's need for improved clinical coding efficiency in various medical specialities.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity for companies specialising in healthcare IT solutions, particularly clinical coding automation. The contract, awarded to CHKS Limited, demonstrates the potential for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to secure public sector projects due to the procurement's suitability criteria favouring SMEs. Businesses with a robust track record in software development for clinical environments, capable of delivering services that enhance data quality and operational efficiency, would be well-suited to compete for similar opportunities. The contract's relatively extended period offers financial stability and the chance to establish a long-term relationship with a notable NHS foundation trust.

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Notice Title

Clinical Coding Automation Software

Notice Description

A clinical coding software solution used by the Trust to support the accurate and efficient assignment of clinical codes from patient records for Endoscopy, Ophthalmology and Chemotherapy. The system assists coding teams by automating elements of the clinical coding process, improving coding consistency, supporting data quality, reducing manual effort and helping the Trust meet statutory, operational and financial reporting requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-53ae72f0-a177-4fc2-b1bd-e61386e049a0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4ee7bea-1420-45c1-9958-d7f53518d6ba
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72263000 - Software implementation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£101,615 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£101,615 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
8 Dec 2025 - 7 Dec 2028 3-4 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
WEST SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BURY ST EDMUNDS
Postcode
IP33 2QZ
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH64 West Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Southgate
Westminster Constituency
Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHKS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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