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Independent Investigation LCH EDRMS Contract Renewal

NHS ENGLAND

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19 May 2026 at 09:14

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19 May 2026 at 09:10

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England has concluded an awarded procurement process for the "Independent Investigation LCH EDRMS Contract Renewal," with EPIQ SYSTEMS, LTD. as the contracted supplier. This tender, classified under CPV code 72260000, falls within software-related services and is linked to the healthcare sector. The contract, valued at £99,000, covers the period from 30th June 2025 to 31st March 2026, and was executed through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement process reached the award stage on 30th May 2025, with the announcement published on 19th May 2026. The services will be delivered in England, with the registered delivery address postal code SE1 8UG.

This contract presents a substantial business growth opportunity for companies specialising in software-related services that can meet stringent industry requirements. Firms experienced in handling sensitive data and interfacing with regulatory bodies are particularly well-suited due to the involvement of multiple stakeholders, including NHS organisations and regulatory bodies. The engagement requires robust evidence-handling capabilities, providing an avenue for businesses keen on expanding into the health services sector, particularly those with a proven track record in EDRMS (Electronic Document and Records Management Systems). While this specific tender has been awarded, similar upcoming opportunities could appeal to both established enterprises and SMEs aiming to enhance their footprint in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Independent Investigation LCH EDRMS Contract Renewal

Notice Description

The LCH Independent Investigation Team have accessed a wide range of evidence from multiple stakeholders including NHS organisations, regulatory bodies, and individuals (staff, patients, patient's relatives/representatives). Information provided includes documents, written and oral evidence including, where relevant, personal data, in order that the Investigation Team can robustly deliver the Terms of Reference.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d684276a-7839-4186-b643-6eab3451c9dd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0d85bea-6ec2-4706-9354-4fd1463c6cf6
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£99,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£99,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
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

EPIQ SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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