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18 Jun 2026 at 09:53

Summary of the contracting process

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has completed the procurement process titled "MNSI Case Management System." This tender involved the supply of 200 Case Manager user licences and ongoing support for a healthcare investigation system, a part of the Maternity and Newborn Safety Investigations programme. The procurement, classified under the "Software package and information systems" category, was conducted via a call-off from the CCS G-Cloud 14 Framework Agreement using the Direct Award process. The contract, valued at £972,000, covers a 36-month period, starting 1st October 2026 and ending on 30th September 2029. The procurement targeted delivery in England and followed a selective procurement method aimed at small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in IT services, especially those involved in software consulting, development, internet services, and support. Businesses with expertise in managing healthcare-related software systems stand to benefit from this contract by offering licences, support, and maintenance services. Moreover, with the CQC as a reputable buyer, businesses that deliver high-quality software and support may also gain valuable exposure and experience, which could propel further opportunities within the public health sector and beyond.

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Notice Title

MNSI Case Management System

Notice Description

This is a Contract Award Notice. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) require the supply of 200 Case Manager user licences for a three-year period and ongoing support and maintenance for the healthcare investigation Case Management System used by Maternity and Newborn Safety Investigations (MNSI) programme. This procurement was undertaken through the CCS G-Cloud 14 Framework Agreement (RM1557.14), Lot 2 Cloud Software, following the Direct Award process. The Contract is awarded for a total period of 36 months. Total Awarded Value is maximum of all charges including any optional contract extensions. Contract Reference: CQC TDI 028

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b2cf546f-76f9-44ec-8486-933a41359729
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a315dc8e-c469-433c-8b2b-4b7024c6ff4b
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£972,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£972,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 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
CARE QUALITY COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 4PA
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
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
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IIZUKA SOFTWARE TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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