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Translation Application

UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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07 Jul 2025 at 13:52

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Summary of the contracting process

The United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust recently completed the award phase for the provision of a specialist health-oriented Translation Application, aimed at enhancing patient communication within various NHS settings in Lincolnshire. This procurement, classified under software package and information systems, was conducted through a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £248,292, runs from 1st October 2025 to 30th September 2030, following a tender period that ended on 7th October 2024. The initial phase includes a 12-month pilot with potential extensions, focused on the application's integration across the Lincolnshire NHS Integrated Care System.

This procurement presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in software solutions tailored to healthcare communication. Companies with experience in developing or implementing health-focused digital tools, particularly those designed for patient interaction and communication, may find this contract beneficial for expanding their portfolio within the public health sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable for this opportunity, suggesting an inclusive approach toward engaging innovative and adaptable suppliers capable of scaling the solution beyond the pilot phase.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Translation Application

Notice Description

Provision of a specialist health orientated translation application used to assist with patient communication across a number of NHS settings within Lincolnshire Additional information: An initial 12 month pilot of the CardMedic Translation App within ULTH settings with provision included for 4 x 12 month extension options to enable potential wider Lincolnshire NHS ICS roll-out and scaling, dependent on the success of the pilot exercise and at Trust discretion. Stated values include for Year 1 only and total whole life value for Year 1 - 5 inclusive. All values exclude VAT.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/807217e7-5171-4b7f-a411-45a571421c6e
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£248,292 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£248,292 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jun 202510 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2030 Over 5 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
UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN5 7JH
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSIGHT DIRECT (UK

Further Information

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