Waiver - UB_QEH - Optima Medical Ltd - Software Licence

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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05 Jun 2026 at 10:04

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, conducted by the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, involved a direct procurement method for the "Waiver - UB_QEH - Optima Medical Ltd - Software Licence" project. This falls under the services category, specifically IT services, including consulting, software development, and support. The project is based in Birmingham with the contracting authority located at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham. The tender stage is complete, and the procurement process adhered to the legal basis outlined by UKPGA 2023/54. The contract was awarded to Optima Medical Ltd and was active from 31st March 2026 to 30th April 2026, with a gross contract value of £35,994.

This tender provides opportunities for businesses operating in IT services, especially those involved in software development and support. While the procurement was conducted without competition, indicating it's an ideal opportunity for businesses that have established relationships with buyers in the health sector. Companies with the capability to offer specialised software services tailored for healthcare institutions, particularly in the UK, would have been well-suited for this initiative. Moreover, understanding legal frameworks and maintaining strong buyer relations can poise businesses for future growth in similar public procurement opportunities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Waiver - UB_QEH - Optima Medical Ltd - Software Licence

Notice Description

This service relates to the International Single Site Upgrade NeuroWorks Software Licence by Optima Medical Ltd

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ae70
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053212-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without 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
£29,995 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2GW
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OPTIMA MEDICAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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