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Fertility Consent System

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS")

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

02 Dec 2020 at 00:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

27 Jul 2020 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Common Services Agency (NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS) seeking a contract for a Fertility Consent System to support fertility services across Scotland. The process is currently at the Award stage, with the tender having been completed on 2nd December 2020. The procurement method used is an open procedure, with a total contract value of £580,000. Key dates include the tender submission deadline of 17th August 2020 and a signed contract date of 5th October 2020. This initiative directly addresses an urgent requirement that arose due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in healthcare technology and software solutions, particularly those with expertise in systems that comply with Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority regulations. Companies capable of delivering high-quality software functionality while also offering competitive pricing would be well-positioned to enter this market. The framework agreement allows for potential long-term partnerships with NHS facilities, which could foster continuous business growth in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fertility Consent System

Notice Description

NSS National Services Scotland are setting up a framework agreement for a Fertility Consent System and services to provide support for Fertility Services throughout Scotland. Due to Covid 19 there is an urgent requirement for the system at this time.

Lot Information

Lot 1

There is an urgent requirement for a Fertility IT System to support the work of the four Fertility Centres in Scotland. These are located in the University of Aberdeen, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, NHS Lothian and NHS Tayside. The system must be able to support the provision of NHS fertility services to ensure access to treatment is equitable throughout the country. The NHS Scotland document "Covid-19 and Fertility Treatment in Scotland, Plans for Restarting Treatment - A framework" explored modifications to practice to meet the principles within professional bodies and government guidance. The System must align and be compliant with the Regulations and guidance provided by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (www.hfea.gov.uk). The System must align and be compliant with the Regulations and guidance provided by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (www.hfea.gov.uk)

Options: Some additional System functionality are options.

Renewal: The four year framework agreement will allow the Fertility Centres to call off for a five year term which will also have an annual extension option.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000626546
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC401242
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£580,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Oct 20205 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS")
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MD Consents Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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