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CA17609 - ESNEFT2662 Student and Placement Database

EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FT

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17 Apr 2026 at 10:45

Summary of the contracting process

The East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking suppliers for its "CA17609 - ESNEFT2662 Student and Placement Database" through an open procurement process. The industry category is focused on database-management systems, database services, and system and support services, with the primary location being Ipswich, England, though delivery spans extensively, including Europe and the United Kingdom. The tender process is currently active, with a closing date of 2nd June 2026. The contract is proposed to start on 18th November 2026 and will last for three years with an option to extend for an additional two years, highlighting a significant opportunity for involvement in long-term infrastructure provision within the healthcare sector.

This tender offers substantial growth prospects for businesses specialising in database software packages and management systems, as well as those providing system support services. It is particularly attractive for SMEs due to the procurement's suitability for smaller enterprises. With a focus on bespoke database solutions and managed services, firms with expertise in software development, IT infrastructure, and healthcare IT management will find this opportunity well-aligned with their business capabilities. The open procedure method ensures broad participation, facilitating competitive bids from qualified suppliers based on demonstrated competence and innovation, ultimately fostering business expansion and establishing lasting relationships within the NHS network.

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Notice Title

CA17609 - ESNEFT2662 Student and Placement Database

Notice Description

Invitation to Offer for the Supply of Student and Placement Database to East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust for a 3 year period with the option to extend for an additional 24 months, (provisional start date 18th November 2026). To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17609. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17609 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8d20abe5-2d4a-4096-9dac-55dd4b27e11c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87a88957-4f61-449b-997c-58b8dc6a737f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48611000 - Database software package

48612000 - Database-management system

72250000 - System and support services

72320000 - Database services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jun 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Nov 2026 - 18 Nov 2029 3-4 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
EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP4 5PD
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Bixley
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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