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Provision of a Smart Messaging Service for GPs

NHS DORSET ICB

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28 Oct 2024 at 16:02

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Summary of the contracting process

NHS Dorset ICB has completed the procurement process for the provision of a Smart Messaging Service for GPs, awarded to British Telecommunications PLC. This contract falls under the Communications network industry category and will serve the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The tendering phase concluded on 2nd January 2024, with the contract starting on 8th March 2024 and ending on 7th March 2025. The total contract value is £352,660.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in communications network services, particularly those capable of implementing SMS messaging systems within healthcare settings. Major players like large-scale enterprises would be well-suited for such contracts, given the non-suitability for SMEs and VCSEs. Successful completion of this project by a reputable organisation could open doors for future contracts within the healthcare sector, emphasizing the importance of technical expertise and reliable service delivery.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a Smart Messaging Service for GPs

Notice Description

Provision of a SMS Messaging system for NHS Dorset GPs.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c1282c94-fc82-4a8b-a06e-fdd76ea262d7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7000e72b-ce29-4450-a950-978a4c8c0df8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

CPV Codes

32412000 - Communications network

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£352,660 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£352,660 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Feb 20242 years ago
Contract Period
8 Mar 2024 - 7 Mar 2025 6-12 months
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
NHS DORSET ICB
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DORCHESTER
Postcode
DT1 1TG
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
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Dorset
Electoral Ward
Dorchester West
Westminster Constituency
West Dorset

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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