Tender

Provision of a library management solution for NHS library networks in the East of England and Kent, Surrey and Sussex

HEALTH EDUCATION ENGLAND

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Tender

30 Jun 2021 at 09:22

Tender

30 Jun 2021 at 08:49

Planning

16 Dec 2020 at 04:52

Planning

10 Dec 2020 at 18:28

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by Health Education England (HEE) seeks a library management solution for NHS library networks in the East of England and Kent, Surrey, and Sussex. The tender, titled "Provision of a library management solution," is currently in the Tender stage and has a deadline for submissions set on 30 July 2021 at 12:00 PM. The anticipated contract spans five years, beginning on 15 May 2022 and concluding on 14 May 2027, with a total estimated value of £400,000, inclusive of VAT. This procurement process follows an open procedure, allowing for a competitive bidding environment among potential suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in software solutions and library management systems. Companies equipped to offer robust systems that can deliver shared benefits across multiple regions while maintaining operational independence for each library network are encouraged to apply. The collaborative nature of the project might also attract businesses that can enhance library services through innovation and integration of additional functionalities.

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Notice Title

Provision of a library management solution for NHS library networks in the East of England and Kent, Surrey and Sussex

Notice Description

NHS Health Education England (HEE - the Commissioner) are commencing a tender for the provision of a library management system for two regions, the East of England (ELMS) and Kent, Surrey Sussex (SENDS). Health Education England (HEE) is seeking to procure a library management system for two regions, the East of England (ELMS) and Kent, Surrey Sussex (SENDS). We are seeking a supplier able to provide the same system for both regions, in a way that delivers shared benefits and economies, but has the flexibility to allow for each library network/region to operate autonomously, at least initially. The contract period will be for five years, subject to annual budget review. The maximum value is as follows: PS400,000.00 over 5 years. Additional functionality, features and services may be added over the duration of the contract. All figures are inclusive of VAT. The deadline for submission of completed ITT submissions is Friday 30 July 2020 at 12:00pm (midday). Late submissions will not be accepted. The e-portal system will shutdown at 12:00pm and any un-submitted bids not registered to the system at this time will not be accepted. Therefore, please submit in good time prior to the deadline date and time. Project title: Provision of a library management solution for NHS library networks in the East of England and Kent, Surrey and Sussex, please access the ITT for all documents. Should Bidders have any queries, or are having problems using the portal, they should contact the ProContract dedicated Supplier Helpdesk at: http://proactis.kayako.com/procontractv3/Core/Default/Index All communications should be made via the messaging function on the e-Tendering portal. During the tender exercise the Contracting Authority requests that all communications are channelled through the e-portal system and not with the Contracting Authority itself. No Bidder, Bidder Member, or any of such Bidder's advisors, consultants or subcontractors may have ex parte communications with the Contracting Authority or any of their employees, advisors, contractors or consultants regarding the ITT, the Procurement, other than as expressly permitted in this ITT.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-86b35037-c43c-493e-92e5-799b3f7bc11f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2edcc8da-b80c-49cf-9e71-b702e74bf56b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Jan 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 May 2022 - 14 May 2027 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HEALTH EDUCATION ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CRAWLEY
Postcode
RH11 7DH
Post Town
Redhill
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
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

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