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Softcat Digital Technology Solutions - BWC

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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27 Mar 2025 at 10:35

Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a Call-Off Contract under the HealthTrust Europe LLP Framework to SOFTCAT PLC for the provision of enterprise-level information communication technology digital technology solutions, specifically IT software packages. This contract, titled "Softcat Digital Technology Solutions - BWC," is categorised under the services industry and is located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is now in the Award stage, with the contract period set to start on 1 September 2024 and end on 1 November 2026. The total contract value is £20,000, and the procurement followed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in IT software packages, particularly those able to service the healthcare sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) stand to benefit greatly from this contract due to its specified suitability for such entities. With the contract demanding advanced digital technology solutions, the opportunity is ideal for firms with a strong portfolio in enterprise-level IT services and technology integration. Competitive businesses in this field can leverage this contract to expand their reach and establish a robust presence in the public healthcare technology market.

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Notice Title

Softcat Digital Technology Solutions - BWC

Notice Description

Call-Off Contract under the HealthTrust Europe LLP Framework Agreement for the Enterprise Level Information Communication Technology Digital Technology Solutions proivded by Softcat PLC For BWC

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6cbad3b3-560c-4465-bc5e-3a25be0f9788
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7de7d65e-9b54-403a-8951-cedb02b4f38e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48517000 - IT software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£19,854 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2024 - 1 Nov 2026 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
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 1NU
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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