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Provision of EMIS-X EXA Insights/Analytics

NHS GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE

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02 Dec 2025 at 09:23

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31 Oct 2025 at 13:55

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has completed the procurement process for the "Provision of EMIS-X EXA Insights/Analytics." This procurement falls under the services industry category, particularly focusing on IT services, which include consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The project involves the supply and installation of the EMIS-X Insight/Analytics System, addressing technical requirements for proprietary software. The procurement was undertaken through a limited method without prior publication, aligning with specific regulations for awarding contracts where competition is absent for technical reasons. Located in the region of UKM82, the contract was signed on 27th October 2025 and has been awarded to OPTUM Health Solutions (UK) Limited. The contract value is GBP 369,707, indicating a significant investment in health IT services by the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in IT services, particularly those proficient in consulting, software development, and analytics. Companies capable of managing proprietary software solutions, especially within the healthcare sector, could gain valuable industry experience and establish a foothold in public sector contracts. However, the single bid from OPTUM Health Solutions highlights limited competition due to technical specifications. Businesses that can innovate or offer compatible and competitive solutions might consider future engagements, leveraging this insight to understand the procurement landscape in healthcare technology services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of EMIS-X EXA Insights/Analytics

Notice Description

Supply and installation of EMIS-X Insight/Analytic software

Lot Information

Lot 1

Supply, Installation, licence, support and maintenance of EMIS-X Insight/Analytics System.

Procurement Information

This award of contract is for Propriety Software. Therefore, in line with Public Contract (Scotland) Regulation 33 (1) (b) (ii) competition is absent for technical reasons. The works, supplies or services can only be provided by a particular economic operator for technical reasons.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d812
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078723-2025
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

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£369,707 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20255 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Oct 20251 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
NHS GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE
Contact Name
Linda Darroch
Contact Email
linda.darroch@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1412782756

Buyer Location

Locality
PAISLEY
Postcode
PA3 2HJ
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Renfrewshire
Electoral Ward
Paisley Northwest
Westminster Constituency
Paisley and Renfrewshire North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OPTUM HEALTH SOLUTIONS (UK

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