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Development and provision of software solutions enhanced by artificial intelligence that are designed to optimise workforce deployment. Specifically junior doctors.

Whittington Health

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20 Dec 2024 at 13:11

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18 Dec 2024 at 19:21

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Summary of the contracting process

Whittington Health is seeking the development and provision of software solutions enhanced by artificial intelligence to optimise workforce deployment, specifically targeting junior doctors. This procurement falls under the category of "Business intelligence software development services" and will be implemented in London. The procurement stage is in the "Award" phase with and the contract was signed on 18th December 2024. Initially, the project was slated for 72 months with the possibility of extensions, but it has been amended to 60 months with an initial 24 month period and an option to extend 3x12 months. The total value of the procurement excluding VAT has been updated to £500,000. The procurement method employed was a limited, negotiated procedure without the publication of a contract notice, due to the proprietary nature of the AI solution offered by LANTUM LTD.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in AI-driven software and workforce management tools, especially those targeting the healthcare sector. Companies with experience in developing intelligent rostering systems and possessing technological expertise in artificial intelligence will find this contract particularly appealing. This project not only offers a solid revenue stream but also positions participating firms at the forefront of innovation in medical workforce optimisation. With the option for contract extensions, businesses have the potential to secure a long-term partnership with Whittington Health, leveraging their solutions to aid in the efficient management of junior doctors' schedules and preferences.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Development and provision of software solutions enhanced by artificial intelligence that are designed to optimise workforce deployment. Specifically junior doctors.

Notice Description

The core of the service is the provision, development and support of an AI-driven rota generation tool. It gathers the leave requests and working preferences of clinicians and hospital departments, and generates an individualised rota for every clinician.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The core of the service is the provision, development and support of an AI-driven rota generation tool. It gathers the leave requests and working preferences of clinicians and hospital departments, and generates an individualised rota for every clinician.

Options: 72 month(s) from the commencement date, with 36 initial month(s) and option to extend 3x12 month(s)

Procurement Information

The AI contained in the platform solution is proprietary to the supplier. The supplier approached the Authority looking for a customer to work with them on the development and refinement of the solution. The product has already been subject to free of charge evaluation trials at the Whittington and our intention now is to award the Contract covered by this notice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c95b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041204-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated without publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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

CPV Codes

48450000 - Time accounting or human resources software package

72212100 - Industry specific software development services

72212482 - Business intelligence software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Whittington Health
Additional Buyers

Partners Procurement Service (PPS)

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N19 5NF
Postcode Area
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

LANTUM LTD

Further Information

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