Award

Staff Expenses software for NHS Devon ICB

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Award

30 Dec 2024 at 16:42

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Devon ICB has concluded a selective procurement process for staff expenses software, awarding the contract to Softcat Plc. This procurement was managed by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW). The contract, valued at £51,487, falls under the industry-specific software package category and is part of the HealthTrust Europe Enterprise framework ICT solutions (ComIT3). The contract period runs from 30th September 2024 to 29th September 2026, with the primary delivery location in Exeter (EX25AZ). The tender stage has been completed and an award notice was published on 30th December 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the IT and software development industry, especially those specialising in bespoke software solutions for healthcare. The procurement favoured small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), making it a suitable target for businesses of varying scales looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector. The use of a framework agreement via direct award indicates a streamlined process, potentially reducing competition and providing a clear pathway for capable vendors to secure contracts in future tenders.

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Notice Title

Staff Expenses software for NHS Devon ICB

Notice Description

NHS Devon ICB has awarded a contract to Softcat Plc for staff expense software via a Direct Award through the HealthTrust Europe Enterprise framework ICT solutions (ComIT3). This procurement has been carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of NHS Devon ICB

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a47545a0-4a20-4c35-a249-b563d991f0d8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eef765cd-9862-49ae-bc9e-b37cc3b89c60
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£51,487 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£51,487 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
29 Sep 2024 - 29 Sep 2026 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
NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 3NX
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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