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VM Ware and Professional Services (SCH)

SHEFFIELD CHILDREN'S' HOSPITAL NHS FT

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27 May 2025 at 10:46

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Sheffield Children's' Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has reached the award stage for the contract titled "VM Ware and Professional Services (SCH)". This public procurement, classified under the industry category of system, storage, and content management software packages, involves the supply of VM Ware and VDI Software licences and support. Located in Sheffield, England, the contract was awarded on 30th April 2025, and covers a three-year period starting from 30th May 2025 to 29th May 2028. The procurement method employed was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, with a tender period concluding on 29th May 2025.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of technology and software solutions, particularly those with expertise in system management and virtual desktop infrastructure. Large-scale suppliers can particularly benefit from this call-off contract, which is tailored for established entities rather than SMEs or VCSEs, facilitating business growth through engagement with a reputable NHS Trust. With a valuation of £347,676.89, this contract with Sheffield Children's' Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, awarded to SOFTCAT PLC, demonstrates potential for future collaborations and increased exposure in the public sector technology domain.

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Notice Title

VM Ware and Professional Services (SCH)

Notice Description

Contract awarded for the supply of VM Ware and VDI Software licences and support for the period 30th May 2025 to 29th May 2028. Additional information: This is a framework, call-off contract as per UK PCR 2015. SCH Contract Ref: C357931

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a77fb69b-7040-421f-8b29-40934422a94c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a396137f-c275-4448-8841-5863b89fcddc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
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

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48780000 - System, storage and content management software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£347,676 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
29 May 2025 - 29 May 2028 3-4 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
SHEFFIELD CHILDREN'S' HOSPITAL NHS FT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TH
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
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
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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