Tender

Orthotics Software 2

KENT COMMUNITY HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

06 Sep 2021 at 12:14

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is currently seeking suppliers for the "Orthotics Software 2" tender, published on 6th September 2021. This procurement, classified under the "Software package and information systems" category, is based in Ashford, United Kingdom. The tender period concludes on 13th September 2021, and the contract duration will commence from 1st November 2021 to 31st October 2024. Expressions of interest must be submitted via the Procontract procurement portal, and potential bidders are required to review specific technology questions as part of the pre-assessment process.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for software developers, particularly those specialising in orthotic solutions, design, and manufacturing software systems. Businesses that can provide a comprehensive software suite compatible with milling machines, CNC routers, and possess 3D printing capabilities would be well-positioned to compete. With a total estimated value of £50,000, this project aligns well with SMEs eager to expand their footprint in the healthcare sector by addressing the specific needs of the NHS.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Orthotics Software 2

Notice Description

Expressions of interest required for Orthotics Software. Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust are looking for a supplier to provide an orthotic design and manufacturing software suite to work with our existing equipment; Hurco milling machines, CNC routers and scanners. This must be a complete system providing both design and mill functionality. It needs to be able to design and manufacture devices from EVA, polypropylene and we would like it to have 3D printing capabilities or for the company to be developing 3D print options. Design files need to be the property of KCHFT not the software company. It will need a file transfer protocol to allow us to send the files direct to the milling equipment. Top, bottom, engraving and cut out/edge tool path options are required. All potential bidders MUST review the technology questions which are attached to this EOI and will require you to assess whether your product offers a yes/no response. This is a pre-assessment and KCHFT will not require you to provide the results at this EOI stage, but it will form part of your submission/evidence should you be invited to tender and must be included within your submisson. Expressions of interest (EOI) must be submitted via the Procontract procurement portal (Proactis) under Opportunity number DN567162. Any correspondence to the Authority's staff email address will be disregarded. Please log-in via following link to EOI if already registered, or the link will also allow you to register and then EOI. https://procontract.due-north.com/Login

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-659e3bb7-c600-4803-ab75-18821feb8010
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33e12e52-c72c-4a5b-a06d-18380d6ec80e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2021 - 31 Oct 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT COMMUNITY HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN25 4AZ
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Goat Lees
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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