---
title: "Skills Manager Tool"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1164dabb-c189-4458-b4e6-dc42e694229b"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1164dabb-c189-4458-b4e6-dc42e694229b"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1164dabb-c189-4458-b4e6-dc42e694229b.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1164dabb-c189-4458-b4e6-dc42e694229b.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS DIGITAL"
published: "2019-11-08"
---

# Skills Manager Tool

Buyer: NHS DIGITAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1164dabb-c189-4458-b4e6-dc42e694229b

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1164dabb-c189-4458-b4e6-dc42e694229b)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1164dabb-c189-4458-b4e6-dc42e694229b.json)

## Summary

The procurement process involves NHS Digital seeking to acquire a Skills Manager Tool as a Software as a Service (SaaS), with the contract period commencing on 1st November 2019 and concluding on 31st October 2020. The procurement method adopted was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, with the total contract value set at £37,800, and a minimum contract value of £13,500. This opportunity was located in England and was classified under the software package and information systems industry category, specifically identified by the CPV code 48000000. The tender period concluded on 1st October 2019.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) and voluntary or community sector enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in public procurement within the technology services sector. Businesses specialising in software development, SaaS delivery, or IT consulting would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar future tenders. Engaging in such contracts can facilitate expansion and foster growth, enhancing market presence in the public sector.

## Notice

Purchase of a skills manager Software as a Service (SAAS) through Gcloud 11 (RM1557.11) Initial 12 month contract, with x2 optional 12 month extension terms.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94a5a257-0360-4fa9-a49b-672536d763fa |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Oct 2019 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2019 - 31 Oct 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £37,800 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £13,500 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS DIGITAL |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 6AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Hunslet & Riverside |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BSM IMPACT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 8 Nov 2019 at 12:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94a5a257-0360-4fa9-a49b-672536d763fa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94a5a257-0360-4fa9-a49b-672536d763fa
  8th November 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1164dabb-c189-4458-b4e6-dc42e694229b. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1164dabb-c189-4458-b4e6-dc42e694229b.json.