Planning

Identity Access Management Client and Credentials

NHS ENGLAND, LEEDS

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Planning

16 Jul 2025 at 06:47

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England, based in Leeds, has announced the planning stage of a tender process titled "Identity Access Management Client and Credentials." This procurement, scheduled to be executed via Crown Commercial Services under the Digital Capability for Health 2 framework (RM6345), falls within the services category, specifically involving software maintenance and repair. The procurement process is expected to commence on 14th December 2026. The contract, which spans until 13th December 2029 with potential for extension, is of significant value, estimated gross at £9.72 million. A future notice date is set for 1st December 2025, offering potential suppliers ample time to prepare for submission.

This tender represents an excellent growth opportunity for businesses specialising in digital support, particularly those adept in software maintenance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria outlined. Given the substantial contract value and the extended contract period, the opportunity is ideal for businesses seeking to expand their client base within the UK public sector. Businesses operating within the software services industry, especially those experienced with central government requirements, will find this tender particularly suited to their expertise. Engaging in this tender could significantly enhance a firm's portfolio and establish long-term partnerships with NHS England.

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Notice Title

Identity Access Management Client and Credentials

Notice Description

The provision of digital support/operation of clients and credentials components within the Identity and Access Management Platform. Please note this will be procured via Crown Commercial Services - RM6345 Digital Capability for Health 2 under PCR 2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055fea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040345-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72267000 - Software maintenance and repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Dec 2026 - 13 Dec 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND, LEEDS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
england.commercialqueries@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

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