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FHFT - NC - Bluesky Wireless Software Support -2026 - W225116

FRIMLEY HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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09 Apr 2026 at 11:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, commissioned by Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, involved the acquisition of Bluesky Wireless Software Support for the year 2026, under a contract value of £105,291.49. The process utilised a selective procurement method through a direct award via the CCS framework agreement, ensuring value for money after a benchmarking exercise. This initiative pertains to the services category, specifically concerning license management software, and is geographically focused in the South East, United Kingdom. The contract period commenced on 1 April 2026 and is set to end on 31 March 2027. The award to CDW Limited, dated 3 March 2026, is currently in the completion stage as per the most recent update on 9 April 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its framework agreement structure and focus on value for money, making it well-suited for technology service providers adept in software support and license management. Businesses operating within or expanding into the South East region of the UK, particularly those with existing capabilities in servicing public health sectors, would find this contract advantageous for growth. Moreover, the procurement methods foster a competitive environment while providing structured opportunities for SMEs to collaborate with large public sector organisations like the Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FHFT - NC - Bluesky Wireless Software Support -2026 - W225116

Notice Description

Direct Award via framework CCS - Technology Products and Associated Services 2 - RM6098 - Lot 3, further to a benchmarking exercise to ensure the best value for money.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-908bff0c-1afa-4881-9ec8-222bf8bbcf1a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34dffffa-7063-482c-a7c5-c7cf36122a2f
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48218000 - License management software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£105,291 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£105,291 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 20261 months 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
FRIMLEY HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FRIMLEY
Postcode
GU16 7UJ
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Surrey Heath
Electoral Ward
Frimley
Westminster Constituency
Surrey Heath

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CDW

Further Information

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