Electronic Clocking-in System: Proof of Concept

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)

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11 Jun 2026 at 12:27

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12 May 2025 at 11:59

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has awarded a contract for the implementation of an Electronic Clocking-in System as part of a proof of concept. This initiative is a key component of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board's service modernisation efforts, starting with the Patient Catering Department at Llandough Hospital. The contract, awarded to Allocate Software Limited, falls within the IT services industry category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support, with the procurement stage now marked as complete. The procurement method was direct, below threshold, and without competition, with the contract period running from 24th to 30th September 2026. The contract value is approximately £39,617 gross, and its legal basis is outlined under UKPGA 2023/54.

This contracting opportunity provides significant growth potential for businesses specialising in IT services with a focus on workforce management solutions. SMEs like Allocate Software Limited, which excel in providing integrated systems that streamline processes such as rostering, payroll, and leave management, are well-suited to offer their expertise. Such businesses can enhance operational efficiency in healthcare settings, reducing administrative overhead and errors while improving real-time workforce data visibility. This project not only opens doors for similar businesses to leverage their capabilities within the public sector but also serves as a stepping stone for broader implementations across NHS Wales and other public service divisions seeking to modernise their operational frameworks.

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Notice Title

Electronic Clocking-in System: Proof of Concept

Notice Description

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board's Capital Estates and Facilities (CEF) Department is looking to implement a contract for an Electronic Clocking-in System. This came to light as part of the Service Board's ongoing service modernisation efforts, the Senior team have been looking into introducing an electronic clocking-in system to replace the existing paper based process. This initiative will commence in the Patient Catering Department at Llandough hospital, with plans for a wider rollout across the Estates and Facilities Service Division if successful.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0510d6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055214-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£33,014 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£33,014 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
23 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 3UZ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALLOCATE SOFTWARE

Further Information

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