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Dynamic Resource Optimisation - NIAS [5528995]

PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE

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Award

25 Oct 2024 at 08:47

Tender

09 Sep 2024 at 11:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Procurement and Logistics Service (PLS) has completed the tender process for the "Dynamic Resource Optimisation - NIAS [5528995]" project, categorised under research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV code 73000000). This open procedure focuses on the healthcare industry within the UK region, specifically Northern Ireland (UKN). The procurement method detailed an open approach, and the ultimate contract value was £290,157.21. Key suppliers awarded are the University of Ulster, Analytics Engines Limited, and Cranmore Consulting Limited. The tender process initiated by PLS commenced with the award stage, officially signing the contract on 25th October 2024.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, software development, and vehicle-fleet management services. Companies with expertise in healthcare technology and innovation will find this contract suited to their capabilities, especially those that can demonstrate the commercial potential and innovative approaches detailed in the award criteria. SMEs like Analytics Engines Limited and Cranmore Consulting Limited successfully participated, underlining the accessible nature of this procurement for medium-sized enterprises. The emphasis on quality and innovative solutions makes this tender particularly lucrative for firms aiming to expand their footprint in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

Dynamic Resource Optimisation - NIAS [5528995]

Notice Description

Dynamic Resource Optimisation - NIAS [5528995]

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04992d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034603-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

50 - Repair and maintenance services

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

50111100 - Vehicle-fleet management services

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

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£290,157 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Oct 20241 years 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
PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE
Additional Buyers

NI AMBULANCE SERVICE TRUST

NORTHERN IRELAND AMBULANCE SERVICE

Contact Name
PDRandOPs.sourcinghscni.net
Contact Email
pdrandops.sourcing@hscni.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT12 6HU
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0E Lisburn and Castlereagh
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Lisburn and Castlereagh
Electoral Ward
Beechill
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

ANALYTICS ENGINES

CRANMORE CONSULTING

UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER

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