Award

IT410 Tortus Ambient Voice

SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Award

11 Sep 2025 at 12:05

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for the 'IT410 Tortus Ambient Voice' project has been completed by the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, located in Taunton, United Kingdom. This service procurement falls under the 'Software package and information systems' industry category and was conducted using a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. The contract, valued at £22,500, spans from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2026. The award was activated on 5th September 2025, with the award notice published on 11th September 2025. The procurement process has been finalised at the award stage.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software services, particularly those with expertise in information systems and voice technology solutions. Although not specifically suited for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), companies like TORTUS AI LTD, which offer innovative software solutions, would find this opportunity particularly advantageous for growth. Engaging in contracts with NHS trusts can bolster a company's portfolio and reputation within the public sector, fostering further business opportunities.

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Notice Title

IT410 Tortus Ambient Voice

Notice Description

Tortus Ambient Voice

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d6d5a6e2-dc06-4c9f-bf2d-494a7b5487ea
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90cc20e5-b02b-4245-a98f-21db00d1d328
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£22,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£22,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 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
SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Services Team
Contact Email
servicesteam.procurement@somersetft.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 4DY
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TORTUS AI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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