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HealthTrust Europe Framework Agreement for Enterprise Solutions for End-to-End ICT OEM Hardware and Software

HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE MID AND SOUTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (“AUTHORITY/MSE”)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

18 Jul 2024 at 14:17

Tender

10 Apr 2024 at 11:25

Summary of the contracting process

The HealthTrust Europe LLP (HTE), acting on behalf of the Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, has completed the award process for the "HealthTrust Europe Framework Agreement for Enterprise Solutions for End-to-End ICT OEM Hardware and Software." This procurement initiative falls under the goods category, inviting Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to provide a wide range of client devices, hardware, software, and associated services. The framework agreement has a maximum duration of 4 years, with the initial period of 2 years extendable for up to 24 months, offering various purchase options and value-add benefits.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for technology companies specializing in OEM hardware, software solutions, cybersecurity, ICT services, and digital transformation. Companies in the office and computing machinery industry, especially those providing hardware, software packages, and related services, are well-suited to compete. The tender process features open procurement with an electronic auction option, attracting suppliers with expertise in ICT solutions. With an active status and a clear framework, this procurement presents an attractive gateway for businesses to engage with public sector entities seeking innovative ICT solutions.

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Notice Title

HealthTrust Europe Framework Agreement for Enterprise Solutions for End-to-End ICT OEM Hardware and Software

Notice Description

This Framework is targeted at hardware Original Equipment Manufacturer's (OEM's), with the capability to provide a wide range of Client Devices, associated OEM hardware products and associated software products and services across their own brand(s) and or technology group branding. The Framework Agreement scope across 1 (One) Lot which includes; 1. Hardware (OEM Hardware) - Own brand Hardware which includes the following categories; Audio Visual Equipment excluding Smart Screens, Smart Screens/ Information Screens, Data Storage, Digital Technology Devices, Enterprise Servers, Housing and Power, Networking, Peripherals, Hardware as a Service (HaaS), Wireless Access Points and Controllers and any other items which may be reasonably described as hardware.. This category ranges from single hardware purchases and modifications of hardware equipment; to full Specification design, build, installation, support, and maintenance of enterprise level infrastructure for complete ICT Solutions. 2. Software - The provision, implementation and facilitation of OEM software solutions, to enhance the performance of accompanying and/or existing OEM hardware within a Participating Authority. This includes commoditised off the shelf programs, applications and software packages. This incorporates all aspects of software licensing including cloud, mobile software licensing and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS). 3. ICT Security and Cybersecurity - The provision, implementation and facilitation of all necessary ICT elements, to provide robust defences against security threats whether internal, external, digital or physical. The security category consists of technologies, solutions, processes, and controls designed to protect systems, networks and data from risk. 4. ICT Technology Assisted Services including Digitisation and Digitalisation - The provision of services to enhance OEM hardware and/or Software solutions including (non-exhaustive list) pre and post sales engagement; consultancy and advisory services; installation and on-site expertise; deployment of people for ICT related solution specific services; education and training; managed services; financial services; maintenance; technical support; logistics; hosting; security services; hardware/ software deployments, configuration disposals, data destruction, refurbishment, and recycling. 5. Social Value - The Social Value categorisation will aid Participating Authorities in ensuring that what they buy creates additional benefits for society. It will enable public sector bodies to meet their social value outcomes and deliverables (where applicable) by assessing, recording, measuring and reporting social value objectives, outcomes and processes where applicable. The Framework will enable a range of purchase options and value add benefits including but not limited to; storage and logistics, configuration, finance, Device as a Service (DaaS) and leasing; enabling Participating Authorities to update their ICT estate in a way that best meets their individual needs, the needs of a group of Contracting Authorities, or the needs of their Integrated Care Systems (ICS). The duration of the Agreement will be 4 years maximum; 2 years (24 months) initial period with the option of extending for up to 24 months.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Under this Framework Agreement the supplier will provide: Original Equipment Manufacturer's Client Devices, associated OEM hardware products and associated software products and services. The current annual spend through the Agreement is estimated to be PS50 million per annum (based on spend data January - December 2023). TERMS AND CONDITIONS / ACTIVITY BASED INCOME (ABI) The terms and conditions of this Agreement and any resulting call-off contract is appended to the ITT. These terms include provisions requiring the payment by the supplier of an ABI management charge in consideration of the award of this Agreement, the management and administration by HTE of the overall contract structure and associated documentation, as well as the requirement to submit regular management information to HTE. SUBMISSION OF EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST AND PROCUREMENT INFORMATION This exercise will be conducted on the HTE Bravo portal. Candidates wishing to be considered must register expressions of interest as follows: Register on the HTE portal at https://healthtrusteurope.bravosolution.co.uk. Login to the portal with username/password. Click the SQs/ITTs Open to All Suppliers link. These are the SQs/ITTs open to any registered supplier. Click on the relevant SQ/ ITT to access the content. Click the Express Interest button at the top of the page. This will move the SQ/ITT into your My SQs/My ITTs page. You can access any attachments by clicking Buyer Attachments in the SQ/ITT Details box. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the SQ/ITT. Submit your reply using the Submit Response button at the top of the page. If you require any further advice, contact the Bravo e- Tendering Help Desk at help@bravosolution.co.uk. HealthTrust Europe utilises the Supplier Registration Service information database, formally known as sid4gov. Candidates are requested to register on the Supplier Registration service at Supplier Registration Service (cabinetoffice.gov.uk) and submit their sid4gov company profile for publication on the database. Candidates already registered on Supplier Registration Service must ensure that information is up to date. Where access to sid4gov is unavailable, please contact the helpdesk at sid4gov@gps.gsi.gov.uk. Please note that, at present, sid4gov does not prepopulate any fields of the SQ on the Portal, and therefore Potential Providers must complete the Qualification and Selection Envelopes of the SQ in Bravo in full. Additional information: You may access further information on the HealthTrust Europe GPO Model at this link; www.healthtrusteurope.com/group-purchasing

Options: Extension of up to 24 months

Renewal: Extension of up to 24 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-045108
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022332-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

48 - Software package and information systems

50 - Repair and maintenance services

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


CPV Codes

30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

30100000 - Office machinery, equipment and supplies except computers, printers and furniture

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

30210000 - Data-processing machines (hardware)

30211400 - Computer configurations

44316400 - Hardware

48000000 - Software package and information systems

50312600 - Maintenance and repair of information technology equipment

50322000 - Maintenance services of personal computers

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000,000 £1B-£10B
Lots Value
£2,000,000,000 £1B-£10B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,000,000,000 £1B-£10B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
4 years

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE MID AND SOUTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (“AUTHORITY/MSE”)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
amelia.whatley@htepg.com
Contact Phone
+44 08458875000

Buyer Location

Locality
EDGBASTON, BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 1NU
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DELL

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