This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

17 Jun 2026 at 13:03

Award

04 Jun 2026 at 13:26

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust, involves the provision of a Healthcare Rostering Software Solution. Located in Derby, United Kingdom, this procurement falls under the industry category of software package and information systems. The process is in the award stage, having been initiated as a tender and executed through a selective procurement method, specifically an award under a framework. The procurement process is complete as of 17th June 2026, with the contract covering the period from May 2026 to April 2028, extendable until April 2029. The total contracted value is £2,273,168, with a gross amount of £2,733,801.60. Key stakeholders include the supplier, Allocate Software Limited, headquartered in Richmond, UK. The healthcare rostering solution encompasses various components like HealthRoster Optima, BankStaff, and other software modules critical for efficient healthcare operations.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, especially for companies specialising in healthcare IT solutions and software development. Firms capable of providing advanced rostering and communication modules to integrate with existing healthcare systems are well-positioned to offer competitive bids. Those looking to expand their services through partnerships or direct contracts with NHS trusts will find this procurement beneficial. Given the extensive and critical nature of healthcare rostering solutions, businesses that can offer scalable and reliable systems aligned with NHS standards will particularly benefit from participating in similar tenders. Additionally, the ongoing contract highlights the need for continuous support and potential for future renewals, fostering longstanding business relationships.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Healthcare Rostering Software Solution

Notice Description

Healthcare Rostering Software Solution for the period of two years with an option to extend for a further one year period. To include: HealthRoster Optima UK bundle including BankStaff and Safecare, MedicOnDuty, BankStaff+, eRota, Activity Manager, MedicAppraisal, Allocate Datahub, Allocate Loop including Communications and Rostering modules only

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ada7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057143-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,278,168 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£2,278,168 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20263 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF DERBY AND BURTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE22 3NE
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Littleover
Westminster Constituency
Derby North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALLOCATE SOFTWARE

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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