Award

Smartcard Readers Service

NHS ENGLAND

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24 Oct 2024 at 13:21

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14 Oct 2024 at 11:41

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24 Sep 2024 at 12:02

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Summary of the contracting process

NHS England has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Smartcard Readers Service" by awarding the contract to Specialist Computer Centres PLC. This reprocurement focuses on the supply, storage, and distribution of smartcard reader services. The procurement method utilised was a call-off from a framework agreement, and the purchase falls under the industry category "Smart card readers" (CPV code: 30233300). Key dates to note include the tender period end date of 31st May 2024, contract commencement on 1st September 2024, and concluding on 31st August 2027. The contract's total value is £1,121,838, with a minimum value of £673,102.8. The primary delivery address for services is in Leeds, England, postal code LS1 4AP, United Kingdom.

This contract opens significant opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in smartcard technology and related services. Companies with robust supply chains and capabilities in distribution can leverage this procurement to enhance their market presence and foster growth through association with a prestigious institution like NHS England. The selective procurement method highlights the importance of pre-existing agreements and the ability to swiftly mobilise and meet stringent contract requirements. While SMEs and VCSEs are not explicitly targeted for suitability, larger enterprises stand to gain substantial business advantages by aligning with the demanding delivery and quality standards set forth in this procurement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Smartcard Readers Service

Notice Description

Reprocurement of Smartcard Reader Services - Supply, Storage and Distribution Services. Awarded for an Initial Term of 3yrs, with extension options for a further 2yrs.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-76a20142-a760-4428-80ee-08ec21f900ac
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abdd06cf-7ce5-48dc-82e8-f807ab3954f7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

CPV Codes

30233300 - Smart card readers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,121,838 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,121,838 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2027 2-3 years
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

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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