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IT Engineer Support to Streamline IT Equipment in Sussex GP Practices

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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10 Dec 2024 at 07:08

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03 Dec 2024 at 13:56

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract to People Source Consulting Ltd for IT Engineer Support to streamline IT equipment in Sussex GP practices. This falls under the industry category of IT services including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from the Crown Commercial Services Framework for Non-Clinical Staffing RM6277- Lot 3: IT Professionals. The procurement stage is complete with the contract awarded and signed as of 5th November 2024, running from 28th October 2024 to 31st March 2025. The delivery location for the services is in the South East region of the United Kingdom, with the total contract value amounting to GBP 198,240.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), as the procurement explicitly mentions their suitability. Businesses specialising in IT support, particularly those with experience in healthcare settings, stand to benefit from this opportunity by expanding their footprint within the public sector. By providing streamlined IT services to GP practices, businesses can forge strong relationships with healthcare providers, gain valuable sector-specific experience, and enhance their portfolios for future tenders.

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Notice Title

IT Engineer Support to Streamline IT Equipment in Sussex GP Practices

Notice Description

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for IT Engineer Support to Streamline IT Equipment in Sussex GP Practices to People Source Consulting Ltd on behalf of Sussex Integrated Care Board. This requirement has been procured via a further competition through the Crown Commercial Services Framework for Non-Clinical Staffing RM6277- Lot 3: IT Professionals. Additional information: Amendment made - 13/03/2025 Incorrect award date originally entered. Contract was signed on 05/11/2024

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6447635-6ba8-4f86-a0c6-aad26d50c490
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, VCSE
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
£198,240 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£198,240 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
5 Nov 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 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 SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
Tim Blore
Contact Email
scwcsu.justaskprocurement@nhs.net
Contact Phone
07523226795

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
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PEOPLE SOURCE CONSULTING

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