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29 Jul 2022 at 15:58

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21 Apr 2022 at 12:14

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Digital, based in Leeds, spearheaded a procurement process entitled "Covid-19 and Related Programmes TS3". This process focused on acquiring IT services under the Technology Services 3 Framework for the period 2022 to 2024, specifically targeting Lot 1 for vaccinations programmes. The procurement used a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. Initially set for the contract period from 13 April 2022 to 12 April 2024, it was later extended to April 2026. The award date was 13 April 2022 with the total procurement value amounting to GBP 42,600,000. The services were to be delivered across various locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the rest of the world. The procurement category was defined as IT services: consulting, software development, Internet, and support, under CPV classification code 72000000.

This tender represents a lucrative opportunity for large-scale IT consultancy firms, particularly those with experience in handling comprehensive technology services and supporting large-scale vaccination programmes. Given the significant contract value and the high-profile nature of the work associated with public health initiatives, companies specialising in healthcare IT services and large system integrations would find this procurement particularly appealing. Additionally, the long-term nature of the contract extension underscores the potential for sustained business engagement and significant growth in the IT service sector. Businesses looking to foster long-term partnerships with major public sector entities like NHS Digital will find this tender especially suited to their aims.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Covid-19 and Related Programmes TS3

Notice Description

Procurement for Vaccinations Programme under the Technology Services 3 Framework 2022 - 2024 Lot 1 Additional information: Notice modified to reflect Extention for 18-month (under Reg 72) to extend the existing services provided by PA Consulting under the TS3 framework from (Oct 2024 to April 2026). This to facilitate a re-procurement excercise.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-96511b21-e464-4845-a7bb-65598e9e1e35
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/658d0336-7519-4cd4-804f-d068775da504
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£67,600,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20224 years ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2022 - 12 Apr 2024 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS Digital
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Postcode Area
Leeds
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

PA CONSULTING SERVICES LIMITED

PA Consulting Services Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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