C452228 - SFG20 Annual Software Licence Renewal

NHS BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY

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11 Jun 2026 at 12:46

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Business Services Authority, located in Newcastle upon Tyne, has completed its procurement process titled "SFG20 Annual Software Licence Renewal." This contract involves the renewal of a software licence required to access the SFG 20 service model web portal, essential for managing maintenance schedules. The procurement falls under the "services" category, specifically software support services, and employs a direct procurement method that was conducted below the threshold without competition. The contract was signed on 29th August 2025 and became active on 26th October 2025, with an end date set for 31st March 2027. This contract, valued at £23,421.75, was awarded to BESA Publications Ltd, a large business based in Penrith, UK.

This procurement presents an opportunity for businesses in the software support industry, particularly those offering maintenance and software licence renewal services. Companies capable of providing efficient software solutions and support services can utilise such contracts to enhance their client portfolio and revenue streams. While this specific procurement was achieved through direct contracting with a pre-existing large supplier, businesses aiming to engage in similar future opportunities should focus on aligning their offerings to meet the bespoke needs of public authorities like the NHS Business Services Authority. Being attuned to the latest industry developments and procurement methodologies can position companies advantageously when future contracts are announced.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

C452228 - SFG20 Annual Software Licence Renewal

Notice Description

Licence for access to SFG 20 service model web portal to print customise and create new maintenance schedules.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b2f9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055231-2026
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

72261000 - Software support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£23,421 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Aug 202510 months ago
Contract Period
25 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE15 8NY
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Lemington
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BESA PUBLICATIONS

Further Information

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