Tender

P21.80 - Library Linking Tool

DIGITAL HEALTH & CARE WALES

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Tender

13 Jan 2026 at 11:24

Summary of the contracting process

Digital Health & Care Wales is currently overseeing a procurement process for the provision of a Library Linking Tool, a key IT service aimed at enhancing access to e-resources for NHS Wales staff. Positioned in Cardiff, this project falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support services. The procurement is at the tender stage, using an open procedure, and invites potential suppliers to submit proposals by the deadline of 17th February 2026. The enquiry period for this tender concludes on 27th January 2026, and the anticipated contract award is scheduled to be finalised by 20th March 2026. The contract period is expected to begin on 1st May 2026 and may extend up to 30th April 2031, with options for renewal.

This procurement offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in IT services that can efficiently deliver innovative software solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitable criteria outlined in the tender. The project requires a market-ready solution that can be deployed across networked and non-networked environments, presenting strong prospects for businesses adept at implementing flexible and scalable IT systems. By fostering technological advancements and optimizing service delivery within the healthcare sector, this tender offers a lucrative opening for businesses looking to establish or expand their footprint in the public sector IT services market.

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Notice Title

P21.80 - Library Linking Tool

Notice Description

Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) seeks the provision of a market-ready Library Linking Tool through this tender opportunity. The solution is intended for use by all NHS Wales staff, ensuring equitable access to e-resources across the organisation. The software will be deployed nationally via network policies managed by DHCW, in close collaboration with local Health Board IT teams, guaranteeing seamless access for users on NHS Wales-issued devices. Additionally, the solution must support installation on non-networked machines where required, enabling flexibility for diverse user environments. DHCW requires access to the resource but does not intend to host it directly, ensuring that the tool remains accessible and centrally managed without local hosting responsibilities.For full details of this requirement, please refer to the tender documents published in eTenderWales, Jaggaer (formerly Bravo Solution) ITT 122366. https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.shtml

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Two (2) years extension option available, to be extended at one (1) year intervals.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06046d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002569-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£145,892 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£145,892 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DIGITAL HEALTH & CARE WALES
Contact Name
Stacey Jones
Contact Email
stacey.jones10@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+442920502108

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF11 9AD
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
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff West

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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