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SharePoint Architecture Services

UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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12 Mar 2026 at 10:26

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "SharePoint Architecture Services" contract involves the United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, situated at Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road, Lincoln, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the industry category of IT services, specifically consulting, software development, and support. The procurement method used was limited competition, which is below the threshold. The contract, awarded to Dotsquares Ltd, spans from 4th March 2026 to 31st May 2026, with a provision for renewal and options for additional related activities. The award stage was completed on the 12th of March 2026, reflecting a proactive date for contract engagement following its signing on the 4th of March 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for IT service providers specialising in SharePoint architecture and support. With an active contract valued at £46,500, plus options for additional activities, businesses offering consulting, software development, and IT support can benefit from this engagement. The provision for renewal and extensions adds further scope for sustained business partnerships with public authorities. Firms with similar capabilities as Dotsquares Ltd, especially those catering to public sector needs, will find this tender advantageous for leveraging business growth within the IT services sector. The location in Lincoln proves strategic for regional businesses aiming to collaborate with the public health sector.

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Notice Title

SharePoint Architecture Services

Notice Description

Provision of SharePoint Architecture Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066811
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022191-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited 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
£46,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN2 5QY
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Abbey
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DOTSQUARES

Further Information

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