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Gcloud 13 Iplato Platform

NHS KENT AND MEDWAY INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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03 Dec 2025 at 09:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Gcloud 13 Iplato Platform," managed by the NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board, focuses on IT services such as consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement, with a legal basis aligned with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 under the CPV classification 72000000, is designated as services. The tender entails deploying the iPlato Platform for messaging and video consultations across Kent and Medway. Originally initiated without prior publication due to its nature as a call-off from an existing framework agreement, the contract was signed on 7th November 2024 and holds an award status for iPlato Healthcare Ltd. Although the status of the procurement process is complete, plans for optional extensions of the contract for up to three years exist.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in IT services, particularly those focusing on healthcare technologies and communications platforms. The procurement targets businesses capable of offering robust digital solutions that enhance patient interaction and healthcare delivery. With NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board as the buying organisation, the award value of £402,017.80 provides a lucrative contract for specialised IT firms to showcase their competence, further establishing their presence within the healthcare sector. This opportunity is ideal for businesses looking to expand their portfolio with high-impact contracts and engage with public sector service enhancements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Gcloud 13 Iplato Platform

Notice Description

Gcloud 13 call off contract

Lot Information

Lot 1

Gcloud 13 procurement carried out - Provision of iPlato Platform for messaging and video consultation, questionnaires and patient surveys for Kent and Medway ICB

Options: This Call-Off Contract can be extended by the Buyer for two periods of up to 12 months each (Year 2 and Year 3), by giving the Supplier 1 months written notice before its expiry.

Procurement Information

G-Cloud 13 without prior publication is lawful because it is a call-off from a pre-established framework agreement that was already advertised and awarded in compliance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ed9d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079190-2025
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
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
Not specified
Contracts Value
£402,017 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Nov 20241 years 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 KENT AND MEDWAY INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
laura.butt4@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME15 6NB
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
High Street
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IPLATO HEALTHCARE

Further Information

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