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Contract for the provision of a Referral Management Solution for NHS Cheshire and Merseyside ICB

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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27 Feb 2026 at 12:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves NHS Cheshire and Merseyside ICB, with the support of the NHS England National Commercial and Procurement Hub, seeking a Referral Management Solution, concluded with the award to Accenda Limited. This project is classified under the IT services category, specifically focused on consulting, software development, Internet, and support, relevant to the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from the CCS G-Cloud 14 Framework, with the key contract period spanning from 1st January 2026 to 31st March 2028, and the award was made on 5th November 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses within the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in software development and consulting. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in providing scalable IT solutions tailored to healthcare management can find this project advantageous. The procurement's focus on employing a framework agreement highlights the importance of readiness to deliver within established public sector procurement frameworks, thus favouring businesses that are agile and compliant with such processes. The project not only promises a substantial financial commitment but also the potential for extended collaboration upon successful delivery.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for the provision of a Referral Management Solution for NHS Cheshire and Merseyside ICB

Notice Description

The contract is awarded for an initial period of 15 months - PS701,318.75 ex VAT Option to extend for a further 12 months - PS561,055.00 ex VAT The NHS England National Commercial and Procurement Hub supported NHS Cheshire and Merseyside ICB to place a new contract for the Provision of a Referral Management Solution. A call-off process from the CCS G-Cloud 14 Framework (RM1557.14) was undertaken in accordance with the G-Cloud 14 buyers guide to identify the most suitable provider to deliver requirements. The contract has been awarded to Accenda Limited.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d9bfe91f-68d5-447e-bdea-a113c1350372
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f382a1b5-981a-49bd-a982-b975ceaede0d
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,262,373 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,262,373 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 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 SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EASTLEIGH
Postcode
SO50 5PB
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ35 South Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACCENDA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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