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AI Powered Test Automation Platform

UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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16 Dec 2025 at 10:44

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "AI Powered Test Automation Platform" was conducted by United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, located in Lincoln, United Kingdom. This process falls under the services industry category, specifically software package and information systems, and pertains to the Trust's EPR implementation. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, and the value of the contract was £191,660.85, excluding VAT. The procurement process concluded with the award stage on 12 December 2025, and the contract period is scheduled to commence on 1 March 2026, ending on 15 December 2027. The Trust emphasised suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender can significantly contribute to business growth by offering a robust opportunity to supply an AI-driven test automation platform to a notable NHS Trust. It is particularly well-suited for SMEs and businesses specialising in AI solutions and software automation, providing them with a chance to expand their reach and partner with a large healthcare institution. The involvement of Softcat Plc as the supplier underscores the potential for collaboration with well-established firms in the field, further enhancing exposure and growth in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

AI Powered Test Automation Platform

Notice Description

Provision of an AI powered test automation platform as an enablement tool supporting the Trust's EPR implementation. Additional information: All values exclude VAT. G-Cloud 14.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7d5e2f0e-6019-428f-bb60-c344ae443fec
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7267bc58-d573-499c-8339-63d1e37b21bd
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

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£191,660 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£191,660 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 15 Dec 2027 1-2 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
UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Jason Whaler
Contact Email
j.whaler@nhs.net
Contact Phone
01522512512

Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN5 7JH
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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