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Taxonomy Management System

NHS ENGLAND

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05 Aug 2025 at 08:04

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29 Jul 2025 at 08:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a "Taxonomy Management System" by NHS England has reached the award stage, following a selective method undertaken as a call-off from a framework agreement. The focus of this tender is to acquire a software license to facilitate a Vocabulary Management Service, crucial for the NHS Learning Hub's operations. The contract, awarded to Contiem Ltd, commenced on the 1st of May 2025 and spans until the 30th of April 2026. The industry falls under "Software package and information systems" with a contract value of £60,862. This procurement underscores a commitment to enhancing the NHS's digital services, with the framework rooted primarily in England, UK, specifically at NHS England's address in Leeds, LS1 4AP. Key dates included the tender period closing on the 30th of April 2025, with the award published on the 5th of August 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) proficient in software solutions and information systems to collaborate with NHS England. Given that the procurement was fulfilled through a framework agreement, companies with pre-existing eligibility can potentially leverage similar opportunities by engaging in strategic frameworks. The opportunity aligns well with businesses adept in developing comprehensive management systems and providing ongoing technological support. SMEs focusing on innovative software licensing and those looking to expand within the healthcare sector in the United Kingdom may find such contracts advantageous for growth and enhancing credibility in public sector collaborations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Taxonomy Management System

Notice Description

Procurement of a software license to provide a Vocabulary Management Service to feed the Automatic Learning Resources Annotation, ensuring an accurate and relevant Search Service for the NHS Learning Hub.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-69060fc5-a971-4a71-91ea-c6e183fe9c43
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4d6e0f5-01b7-4e73-89c8-0aeb3c8a42de
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£60,862 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£60,862 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 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
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
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
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONTIEM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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