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C323726 Pulse Hardware & OpenVMS Software

NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT

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28 Feb 2025 at 08:12

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26 Feb 2025 at 15:52

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26 Feb 2025 at 15:16

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Summary of the contracting process

NHS Blood & Transplant has awarded a contract for "C323726 Pulse Hardware & OpenVMS Software" under the industry category of Computer Support Services. The contract, valued at £2,200,000 GBP, covers Pulse Hardware extended warranty and OpenVMS Software. The procurement follows a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The CPV codes are 72610000 (Computer support services) and 72260000 (Software-related services). The procurement stage is at the Award phase, with the contract period commencing on 1st February 2025 and ending on 31st January 2027. Key tender submission dates include an end date of 19th December 2023 at 11:00 AM. The delivery location is Filton, Bristol, BS34 7QH, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for companies specialising in computer support and software-related services. SME (Small and Medium Enterprises) are encouraged to participate due to their eligibility within the suitability criteria specified by NHS Blood & Transplant. Given the size and scope of the contract, large suppliers such as INSIGHT DIRECT (UK) LTD, the awarded supplier, may find it particularly relevant. Companies with robust capabilities in hardware support and software maintenance can benefit greatly from such government contracts, enhancing their portfolio and market reach.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

C323726 Pulse Hardware & OpenVMS Software

Notice Description

Pulse Hardware extended warranty & OpenVMS Software

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d0255635-0262-4efb-984c-8e20bfc989fd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc2d1dca-f221-443d-831f-c90c58b778c5
Current Stage
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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

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

CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

72610000 - Computer support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,420,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2027 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
NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FILTON, BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 7QH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Filton
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSIGHT DIRECT (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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