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SQL Server Managed Service

EAST SUSSEX HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST

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16 Sep 2025 at 14:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "SQL Server Managed Service" has been completed, with the contract awarded by East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, located in Saint Leonards-on-Sea, UK. This procurement falls under the Information technology services category and was conducted through a selective process using a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender was awarded to INSIGHT DIRECT (UK) LTD on 15th September 2025, with the contract period spanning from 18th July 2025 to 17th July 2028. The total value of the contract is £334,958.40, with the award value being £279,132 GBP. While the procurement stage is complete, the tender period concluded on 17th July 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses operating within the IT services industry, particularly those specialising in database management and support for Microsoft SQL servers. Companies familiar with framework agreements and large-scale service delivery could find growth potential in similar public sector contracts. Despite being selective and calling for considerable service provision, large firms like INSIGHT DIRECT (UK) LTD, with the infrastructure to support such operations, would be best suited to compete and succeed in similar procurement opportunities. This contract highlights the importance of forming partnerships with public health organisations, enhancing reputation and expanding business portfolios within the public sector domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SQL Server Managed Service

Notice Description

The SQL Server service monitors the database files of Microsoft SQL server, including individual database instances and the sum of all of the specified instances of SQL server.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d7e5d5da-175a-47a7-860b-ab98fd96db8d
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£334,958 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£279,132 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
17 Jul 2025 - 17 Jul 2028 3-4 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
EAST SUSSEX HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Procurement
Contact Email
esht.procurement@nhs.net
Contact Phone
0300 131 4500

Buyer Location

Locality
SAINT LEONARDS-ON-SEA
Postcode
TN37 7RD
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Hastings
Electoral Ward
Conquest
Westminster Constituency
Hastings and Rye

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSIGHT DIRECT (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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