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NHS Digital Staff Passports_Digital Identity & Right to Work Service

HEALTH

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10 Oct 2024 at 10:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, managed by Health, involves the provision of verification services for the NHS Digital Staff Passport in England. Specifically, it focuses on digital identity and right-to-work services provided by a certified Identity Service Provider (IDSP). The procurement falls under the IT services category encompassing consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The contract, valued at £142,000 GBP, commenced on 2nd September 2024 and will conclude by 31st August 2026, with a possible break clause at the end of the first 12 months. The tender was awarded on 4th October 2024, transitioning from the tender to the award stage, with a selective procurement method leveraging a call-off from a framework agreement. The service delivery location is primarily set in London, SE1 8UG, England.

This tender opens opportunities for businesses specialising in digital identity and verification services, particularly SMEs, to engage with the NHS Trust. Companies that are certified by the UK Government as Identity Service Providers will be particularly well-suited for this contract, contributing to enhancing the efficiency of staff verification across NHS Trusts. Given the scope of the contract and the strategic importance of digital identity in the healthcare sector, this procurement offers a substantial growth opportunity for tech firms aiming to expand their footprint in public sector IT services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS Digital Staff Passports_Digital Identity & Right to Work Service

Notice Description

The provision of verification services to NHS Trust in England, who are registered to use the NHS Digital Staff Passport. The Identity Service Provider (IDSP) must be certified by the UK Government Additional information: It is estimated that this Contract will last for up to 24months, with a break clause (unilateral termination for convenience) at the end of 12months. Progressing to Year 2 will be at the Authority's discretion and subject to formal notification. The Authority reserves the right to terminate the contract at the end of the first 12-month period.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76f5bfd3-8c03-4eca-bd8a-8ff0b3c4113d
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£142,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£142,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HEALTH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
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)
TLI45 Lambeth
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
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DIGIDENTITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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