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Dorset Digital Maternity System

DORSET COUNTY HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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16 Mar 2026 at 11:17

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Summary of the contracting process

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has successfully completed the procurement process for the Dorset Digital Maternity System, classified under miscellaneous software packages and computer systems. The procurement method was selective, calling off from a framework agreement. System C Healthcare Limited emerged as the supplier, with the contract awarded on 13th March 2026. The contract period starts on 1st March 2026 and ends on 28th February 2029, with the possibility of a 12-month extension. The total award value is £415,992. The project is located in Dorchester, United Kingdom, with key delivery addresses identified by postal code DT1 2JY.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in digital healthcare systems and software packages. Large-scale organisations with expertise in developing and integrating complex software systems are well-suited to compete in such tenders. Although not specifically aimed at SMEs or VCSEs, businesses that fill this niche can leverage their capabilities to deliver valuable digital solutions for maternity healthcare, thereby expanding their market presence in public sector contracts. With a significant financial commitment to the contract, successful suppliers can enhance their portfolio and reputation in the healthcare industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Dorset Digital Maternity System

Notice Description

Dorset Digital Maternity System 01/04/2026-31/03/2029 plus 1 x 12 month extension option

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0804985e-4385-49ab-a12c-4f101e9ef397
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£311,955 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£415,992 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 3-4 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
DORSET COUNTY HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DORCHESTER
Postcode
DT1 2JY
Post Town
Dorchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK64 Dorset
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Dorset
Electoral Ward
Dorchester West
Westminster Constituency
West Dorset

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SYSTEM C HEALTHCARE

Further Information

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