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AWS Managed Services trial

GENOMICS ENGLAND LIMITED

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24 Mar 2025 at 13:43

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Summary of the contracting process

Genomics England Limited has completed the procurement process for an AWS Managed Services trial. The contract, identified by code GEL-TECH-933-24-009, falls under the industry category of network management software services and was aimed at a six-month trial period. The procurement was conducted under a limited method, awarding the contract without prior publication due to compliance with NHS SBS framework directives. The contract, valued at £493,680, was awarded to Softcat Plc and signed on 21 March 2025. The service will be delivered within the UK, offering a specialised solution for operating AWS infrastructure securely and efficiently.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cloud service management, particularly those focused on AWS systems. Companies that provide network management solutions or have expertise in managing large-scale infrastructure will find this contract particularly appealing. Businesses of a substantial size, like Softcat Plc, are well-suited to such procurement opportunities due to their capabilities in handling complex and secure IT environments. Engaging in contracts of this nature can enhance business credentials, foster expansion into public sector markets, and create substantial growth potential through demonstrable expertise in high-demand technological services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AWS Managed Services trial

Notice Description

This contract is for a six-month trial of AWS Managed Services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

AWS Managed Services helps organisations operate AWS infrastructure more efficiently and securely. Genomics England has contracted for a six-month trial of these services.

Procurement Information

This contract was awarded via variation to a call-off (contract reference GEL-TECH-933-24) from a compliant framework (NHS SBS) so no prior publication was required. The variation does not extend the value of the call-off contract by more than 50% of the original contract value.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04f7e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010909-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72511000 - Network management software services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£493,680 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Mar 202511 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GENOMICS ENGLAND LIMITED
Contact Name
Kara Burnett
Contact Email
kara.burnett@genomicsengland.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 5AB
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

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