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SQL Server Enterprise Software Assurance

SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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20 Feb 2025 at 16:22

Summary of the contracting process

The Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for "SQL Server Enterprise Software Assurance," a contract in the Software supply services industry. This procurement, classified under CPV code 72268000, was conducted via a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the award date of 5th February 2025 and the contract period from 11th February 2025 to 10th February 2028. The tender period ended on 1st February 2025, and the total contract value is GBP 268,111.68. The location for this contract is Taunton, Somerset, in the United Kingdom, with delivery addresses in the TA1 5DA postal code area.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software supply services. While the awarded supplier is SOFTCAT PLC, a large-scale entity, the selective procurement method indicates that companies with a strong framework presence and capabilities in enterprise software assurance are well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Businesses aiming for growth in the healthcare sector, particularly those equipped to provide robust software solutions, should consider engaging in such procurement processes to expand their portfolio and client base.

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Notice Title

SQL Server Enterprise Software Assurance

Notice Description

SQL Server Enterprise Software Assurance

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6638ae30-576e-46cd-991e-ce78e3e94ac9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01c53436-1a13-4b1b-8ffe-94513247aad9
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

72268000 - Software supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£223,426 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£268,111 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
11 Feb 2025 - 10 Feb 2028 2-3 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
SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 5DA
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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