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Contract Award- Provision of Snow Atlas Licences on behalf of NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board

N H S SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES

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06 Mar 2026 at 11:28

Summary of the contracting process

On behalf of the NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board, the NHS Shared Business Services has completed the award stage for the procurement of Snow Atlas Licences. This contract falls within the industry category of software packages and information systems, involving advanced IT visibility technologies. The process utilised a selective procurement method, specifically through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 23rd December 2025, with the contract set to commence on 24th December 2025 and span until 23rd December 2028. The procurement operates within the United Kingdom, providing a contract valued at £289,702.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those focusing on software solutions and information systems. It is conducive for SMEs to engage in such tenders, allowing them to leverage their expertise in software development and supply chain management. Large companies with established frameworks, like Softcat plc, which successfully secured the contract, are well-placed to accommodate the extensive requirements posed by public healthcare institutions. The contract supports business growth prospects by ensuring long-term engagement and technological integration within the NHS framework, enhancing IT infrastructure across Greater Manchester.

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Notice Title

Contract Award- Provision of Snow Atlas Licences on behalf of NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board

Notice Description

Snow Atlas - Advanced Flexera One IT Visibility with Technology Intelligence Platform Subscription

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e40169fe-22cf-4519-a7b2-3bfb53c40ffa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c27e93de-8469-4496-b516-177471ccf514
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
£289,702 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£289,702 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
24 Dec 2025 - 23 Dec 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
N H S SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M50 2UW
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Quays
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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