Tender

Voice as a Channel_ Discovery and Proof of Concept

NHS ENGLAND

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Tender

17 May 2022 at 14:44

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS England has initiated a public procurement process titled "Voice as a Channel: Discovery and Proof of Concept," focusing on research and development services in the health sector. The tender is currently in the active stage and will close on 31 May 2022. The project aims to explore the integration of voice technology with the NHS App and website to enhance citizen access to tailored NHS services. The contract is valued at £110,000 and is intended to commence on 20 June 2022, concluding on 31 August 2022. The relevant delivery location is in London, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in voice technology, user research, and prototype development. Businesses proficient in creating innovative solutions that enhance user experiences through smart technology will find this an advantageous opportunity to showcase their capabilities in a critical public service sector. Participation in this tender could lead to a valuable partnership with the NHS, opening doors for further contracts and collaborations in healthcare technology.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Voice as a Channel_ Discovery and Proof of Concept

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking to appoint a capable and competent supplier for the provision of a Discovery phase, including development of prototypes and user research, exploring how voice might be used as a channel alongside the NHS App, NHS.UK website (and upcoming consolidated NHS Account) to allow citizens to access personalised/transactional NHS services through smart speakers and voice assistants.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a4695209-f885-4371-afd4-9de2dea55ff3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04256fed-8d01-48a8-86f4-d555eb30225c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Jun 2022 - 31 Aug 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 6LH
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
St George's
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Further Information

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