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Provision of Oracle ERP Solution - Intention to Award

SANDWELL AND WEST BIRMINGHAM HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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09 Oct 2025 at 10:17

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, a central government public authority, has completed the procurement process titled "Provision of Oracle ERP Solution - Intention to Award". This procurement falls within the industry category of software package and information systems, specifically financial systems software, with operations based in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The contract, executed through a direct award to Oracle Corporation UK Limited, covers a 12-month period starting from 1st November 2025 and ending on 30th September 2026. The procurement stage has reached award status, with key dates including an anticipated contract signing by 22nd October 2025. The decision for a direct award was based on technical compatibility, project continuity, and securing value for money.

The awarded contract to Oracle offers businesses in the technology and software development sectors growth opportunities, particularly those providing ERP system services or related technical support. Large-scale companies with expertise in cloud-based informational systems and financial software solutions may find this tender especially beneficial, given the Oracle ERP's scope in streamlining finance, procurement, and supply chain operations. The procurement method underscores the importance of maintaining operational integrity and continuity for the Trust, hinting at potential future collaborations with similar healthcare entities or public sector projects. Businesses that can demonstrate competence in delivering value through continuity and strategic system support are well-suited to pursue similar opportunities in this domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Oracle ERP Solution - Intention to Award

Notice Description

The Trust are proposing a Direct award via Single Tender Waiver action for the duration of 12 months for the current/in use Oracle ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system. The solution a comprehensive cloud-based suite designed to streamline and integrate core business functions; Finance, Procurement and Supply Chain operations. The justification for this direct award is based on the following: * Technical Compatibility: The Trust's existing ERP system is provided by Oracle. Procuring an alternative solution at this stage would result in incompatibility with current equipment and systems, risking disruption to essential financial and operational processes. * Project Continuity and Collaboration: The Trust is actively exploring collaborative working arrangements with The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, including a shared ledger solution. However, this work will not conclude in time for the Trust to cancel the existing Oracle contract, tender and potentially transition to a new system (if an alternative awarded) . An extension is therefore required to maintain continuity while collaborative options are finalised. * Value for Money: The direct award ensures continuity of service and avoids disproportionate technical and project difficulty or cost. The procurement team has confirmed budget availability and compliance with Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs). * No Competition: Due to the reasons above, no alternative quotations were sought. The waiver process and justification have been reviewed and accepted by the relevant authorised internal personnel, in line with the local SFIs).

Procurement Information

* Technical Compatibility: The Trust's existing ERP system is provided by Oracle. Procuring an alternative solution at this stage would result in incompatibility with current equipment and systems, risking disruption to essential financial and operational processes. * Project Continuity and Collaboration: The Trust is actively exploring collaborative working arrangements with The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, including a shared ledger solution. However, this work will not conclude in time for the Trust to cancel the existing Oracle contract, tender and potentially transition to a new system (if an alternative awarded) . An extension is therefore required to maintain continuity while collaborative options are finalised.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ab5c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063612-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48442000 - Financial systems software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£231,777 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL AND WEST BIRMINGHAM HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Kirk Johnson
Contact Email
kirk.johnson1@nhs.net
Contact Phone
07896607624

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B18 7QH
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Soho & Jewellery Quarter
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ORACLE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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