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BHNFT - Assistive Technology Communication Solutions

BARNSLEY HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Summary of the contracting process

The Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for the "BHNFT - Assistive Technology Communication Solutions," targeting software-related services. The procurement method used is a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract period lasting from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027. The award phase was reached on 31st March 2026, with a published notice dated 2nd April 2026. This tender falls under the industry category of software-related services in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom, with a contract value of £100,472.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the software services sector, particularly those involved in assistive technology solutions. While the tender specifies it is not particularly suited for SMEs or VCSEs, suppliers with established frameworks and capabilities in technology solutions can leverage their expertise to fulfill the contract. The procurement process demonstrates a selective approach, suggesting that vendors with specialised skills and experiences in healthcare technology services would be competitive candidates. Smartbox Assistive Technology Limited, designated as the supplier, illustrates the type of businesses well positioned for such contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BHNFT - Assistive Technology Communication Solutions

Notice Description

Assistive Technology Communication Solutions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7e620f94-17fc-4e73-82fa-55efb0d8402e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbb82e3e-77c5-454d-ac2b-28a621b8ec08
Current Stage
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,472 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,472 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20264 days ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 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
BARNSLEY HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BARNSLEY
Postcode
S75 2EP
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE33 Barnsley
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Barnsley
Electoral Ward
Old Town
Westminster Constituency
Barnsley North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SMARTBOX ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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