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03 Aug 2026 at 12:59

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust involves the ChemoCare System upgrade, provided by System C Ltd. This tender, classified under the software package and information systems category, pertains to the completion stage, with the procurement method executed directly below threshold, meaning it was awarded without competition. The location for the delivery of this service is Birmingham, UK, with key contractual dates spanning from 15th June 2026 to 15th June 2027. The contract was signed on 12th June 2026, with the document officially published on 3rd August 2026, involving a total gross amount of £48,336.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software and IT systems, particularly those offering scalable large enterprise solutions akin to those provided by System C Ltd. Companies in the digital healthcare sector can gain insights into the specific needs of NHS trusts and potentially position themselves for similar future procurements. The direct procurement method highlights an opportunity for businesses that can offer niche or specialised solutions, which might not be widely contested due to specific requirements of the NHS. This contract, while awarded, indicates the continuing demand for advanced digital healthcare systems and the potential for further advancements and upgrades in this sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Waiver - BWC_RQ3 - 06800 - System C Ltd - ChemoCare System upgrade

Notice Description

This service relates to the ChemoCare upgrade and purchase of additional modules provided by System C Ltd

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06da0b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073210-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
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
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,280 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 15 Jun 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
BIRMINGHAM WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

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
B4 6NH
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

SYSTEM C

Further Information

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