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Digital Workplace Solutions 2 (SBS10510)

N H S Shared Business Services

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21 Nov 2024 at 17:25

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30 Oct 2024 at 08:39

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19 Sep 2024 at 17:14

Tender Notice
Planning

22 Aug 2023 at 12:28

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The "Digital Workplace Solutions 2" procurement process was managed by NHS Shared Business Services, based in Hemel Hempstead, England. The tender, having a classification under the CPV code 72500000 for computer-related services, was conducted through an open procedure exceeding the threshold. Key stages included planning, tender, and award, with the tender being initially published on 19th September 2024 and concluding with contract awards on 7th November 2025. The framework's significant value, estimated at £2.5 billion, covers services within the UK from October 2025 to September 2028. This procurement focused on digital solutions for the healthcare sector and was targeted at SMEs as well as larger vendors, excluding VCSE organisations.

This framework offers a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in software development, infrastructure supply, and equipment management to amplify their presence in the healthcare technology market. With NHS Shared Business Services aiming to work with value-added resellers and OEMs, businesses that can demonstrate sustainability, social value, and significant vendor accreditations will be particularly well-positioned. This opportunity is ideal for those looking to leverage their expertise in data-processing hardware and related software services, providing considerable growth potential through engagement with extensive NHS and social care networks across the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Digital Workplace Solutions 2 (SBS10510)

Notice Description

NHS Shared Business Services act in an Agency capacity for and on behalf of its customers (Approved Organisations) - existing and new. These comprise of NHS and Social Care organisations (whether acting individually, or on behalf of, or together as members of any consortia) along with any other public or private sector bodies which NHS SBS authorises to use the resulting Framework. NHS Shared Business Services Limited (NHS SBS) intends to put in place a Framework Agreement for the provision of Digital Workplace Solutions and related Goods and Services for Healthcare to be used by NHS SBS Approved Organisations. Our Approved Organisation list can be found on: https://sbs.nhs.uk/proc-framework-agreements-support The scope of the intended framework agreement is wide and is proposed to include, without being limited to, the products and services listed below: Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) software licencing Bespoke Software development Infrastructure equipment supply Infrastructure support and maintenance Infrastructure management services - equipment Infrastructure management services - software NHS SBS are seeking to appoint a range of Value-Add Resellers and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) capable of providing Hardware, Software and Services to Approved Organisations. As part of demonstrating capability bidders will be required to evidence the Accreditations they hold with vendors to ensure the framework delivers maximum value for money. We are committed to working with suppliers who are dedicated to Sustainability and Social Value and there will be a significant weighting on these elements in the tender. Bidders will deliver all the mandatory requirements as detailed in the Specification section of the Framework Agreement; The scope of the intended framework agreement is wide and is proposed to include, without being limited to, the products and services listed below: COTS software licencing Bespoke Software development Infrastructure equipment supply Infrastructure support and maintenance Infrastructure management services - equipment Infrastructure management services - software There are additional Selection Qualification (SQ), Award Questionnaire (AQ), Commercial Schedule requirements, and Bidder Declarations applicable, and Bidders are asked to respond to these also. A Framework Agreement will be awarded to a maximum of 50 bidders Where the Bidder does not score a minimum of 65% in total out of 90% Quality in the AQ questions (including Social Value), the Authority shall exclude the submission from further evaluation. The maximum number of Bidders may increase where 2 or more Bidders have tied scores in last awardable position. Additionally, NHS SBS reserves the right to award to any Bidder whose final score is within 1% of the last awardable position. Please follow the link provided to access the tender documentation on SAP Ariba Additional information: The value provided is only an estimate based upon market value. NHS SBS cannot guarantee to successful Suppliers any business through this Framework Agreement. Spend volumes may vary throughout the life of the Framework Agreement from the anticipated levels given in this notice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b3c87c56-3e2f-4e57-87fa-3e8b964bcc3a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef1b0dab-5526-4c90-93d0-922a05af0acd
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

48 - Software package and information systems

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

CPV Codes

30210000 - Data-processing machines (hardware)

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72500000 - Computer-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000,000 £1B-£10B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
19 Sep 2023Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 May 2025 - 10 May 2029 4-5 years
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
N H S Shared Business Services
Additional Buyers

NHS Shared Business Services

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HEMEL HEMPSTEAD
Postcode
HP2 7AH
Postcode Area
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Dacorum
Electoral Ward
Adeyfield East
Westminster Constituency
Hemel Hempstead

Further Information

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