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iRefer Clinical Decision Software

MERSEY AND WEST LANCASHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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27 Mar 2025 at 15:22

Summary of the contracting process

The Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has completed the procurement process for the "iRefer Clinical Decision Software" under the category of Software package and information systems. Located in the North West region of the United Kingdom, the contract was awarded to MedCurrent UK Ltd. The procurement process followed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 10 February 2025, with the contract starting on 1 March 2025 and extending until 29 February 2028. The total value of the contract is £244,669.2. The award was made on 1 March 2025, and the announcement was published on 27 March 2025. The project aims to enhance clinical decision-making within the NHS Trust's operations.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for companies specialising in healthcare software solutions, particularly those that can offer advanced decision support systems. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-suited to compete, as the procurement process encourages participation from these types of organisations. The contract's substantial duration and value underscore the importance of reliable and innovative software solutions, offering excellent potential for business growth and long-term collaboration with the Trust. Businesses capable of delivering robust, user-friendly, and efficient clinical decision-making tools will find this opportunity particularly attractive.

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Notice Title

iRefer Clinical Decision Software

Notice Description

iRefer Clinical Decision Software

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-723ed7ab-84fd-45c2-80bc-01d2db5ec7cf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2738e4d3-3e36-4124-ad6b-e4e60f69121b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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, VCSE
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
£244,669 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£244,699 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 29 Feb 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
MERSEY AND WEST LANCASHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Christina Fletcher
Contact Email
christina.fletcher@merseywestlancs.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
01704704761

Buyer Location

Locality
PRESCOT
Postcode
L35 5DR
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Knowsley
Electoral Ward
Whiston and Cronton
Westminster Constituency
St Helens South and Whiston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MEDCURRENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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