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The Provision of a Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) and a Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA) Solution Framework Agreement

WHITTINGTON HEALTH NHS TRUST

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16 Aug 2024 at 16:39

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Provision of a Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) and Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA) Solution Framework Agreement has been carried out by Partners Procurement Service (PPS) on behalf of the North Central London Integrated Care System (NCL ICS) Imaging Network. This includes several prominent healthcare trusts, such as Great Ormond Street Hospital, Moorfields Eye Hospital, and University College London Hospitals. The procurement falls under the 'goods' category for an imaging and archiving system, with Whittington Health NHS Trust acting as the buyer. The process, initiated via an open procedure, was completed with an award given to Sectra Limited. The contract, valued at £15,600,000, was signed on 28th November 2025 and will run for an initial duration of five years with an option to extend for up to three additional years. The geographic focus is primarily London, UK, providing substantial opportunity for service delivery within the medical imaging sector.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth, particularly for companies specialising in medical imaging technologies and archiving systems. With a framework agreement spanning up to eight years, businesses can leverage long-term commitment and financial investment in these vital healthcare services. SMEs with expertise in delivering high-quality imaging solutions that meet social value and commercial criteria are well-positioned to compete. The involvement of esteemed institutions within the NCL ICS network further amplifies the potential for establishing strategic collaborations and enhancing service delivery in the healthcare domain. Companies aiming to provide innovative technologies and support integration within existing healthcare systems stand to benefit greatly from participating in such procurement processes.

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Notice Title

The Provision of a Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) and a Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA) Solution Framework Agreement

Notice Description

Partners Procurement Service ("PPS") on behalf of North Central London Integrated Care System (NCL ICS) Imaging Network (Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children NHS Foundation Trust, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust, Royal, Free London NHS Foundation Trust, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Whittington Health NHS Trust), herein referred to as ImageWise is issued an Invitation to Tender ("ITT") in connection with a competitive procurement to establish a Framework Agreement for the Provision of a Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) and a Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA) solution across NCL providers via an Open Procedure.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Partners Procurement Service ("PPS") on behalf of North Central London Integrated Care System (NCL ICS) Imaging Network (Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children NHS Foundation Trust, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust, Royal, Free London NHS Foundation Trust, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Whittington Health NHS Trust), herein referred to as ImageWise is issued an Invitation to Tender ("ITT") in connection with a competitive procurement to establish a Framework Agreement for the Provision of a Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) and a Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA) solution across NCL providers via an Open Procedure.

Options: The duration of the services is anticipated to be for five (5) years with the option to extend for up to three (3) years (2+1). Whilst ImageWise is conscious that the maximum term of a framework agreement awarded under the PCR is usually four years, exceptional circumstances apply in respect of the PACS service which justify the award of an eight-year framework. Substantial investments are required for acquiring the service and the extensive time will be required for the supplier to mobilise and implement a PACS service effectively. This extended timeframe ensures adequate return on investment and supports the stable, long-term operation necessary for successful deployment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-048bd6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030937-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48329000 - Imaging and archiving system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£15,600,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Nov 20254 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WHITTINGTON HEALTH NHS TRUST
Additional Buyers

PARTNERS PROCUREMENT SERVICE (PPS)

WHITTINGTON HEALTH

Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N19 5NF
Post Town
North London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Junction
Westminster Constituency
Islington North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SECTRA

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