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Robotic Process Automation

KENT COMMUNITY HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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12 Jan 2026 at 17:21

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12 Jan 2026 at 17:13

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12 Jan 2026 at 17:12

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12 Jan 2026 at 17:10

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12 Jan 2026 at 12:37

Summary of the contracting process

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust has concluded a public procurement process for Robotic Process Automation services, classified under CPV code 72513000 for office automation services. This procurement was carried out using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system (DPS RM6173), with a comprehensive contract value of £2,407,544, covering two optional 12-month extensions. The procurement reached the award stage, with the contract awarded on 6th January 2026. The contract period runs from 5th January 2026 to 4th January 2028, and the delivery location is specified as Ashford, United Kingdom, postcode TN25 4AZ.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specialising in office automation and related technological services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete, given their eligibility outlined in the suitability criteria. Engaging in this tender can drive business growth by facilitating access to a substantial government contract, fostering relationships within the public sector, and enhancing a company’s portfolio through the provision of innovative automation solutions to a major NHS Trust. Large organisations, like the successful bidder Automation Anywhere Inc, can also leverage such opportunities to strengthen their market position within the UK public sector.

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Notice Title

Robotic Process Automation

Notice Description

Robotic Process Automation Additional information: Used DPS RM6173 - Please note that the value of the contract includes the 2 x 12 month extension periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9aa15b10-f060-4e00-a465-71c9fbe23748
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14204cd9-6fe8-44e8-a07d-a7460de31256
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72513000 - Office automation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,407,544 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,611,116 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 4 Jan 2028 1-2 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
KENT COMMUNITY 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
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN25 4AZ
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Goat Lees
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AUTOMATION ANYWHERE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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