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title: "Automated Clinical Coding Software"
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# Automated Clinical Coding Software

Buyer: WEST SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1c14490f-e776-44a6-845a-bdf36fd3920c

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## Summary

The procurement process administered by the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust has culminated in the award of a contract for an "Automated Clinical Coding Software". This service-oriented contract falls under the industry category of Software Implementation Services, as delineated by the CPV code 72263000. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract carries a total value of £611,785 and is set to span from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2028. The contract award was announced on 7 March 2026, with the final notice being published on 4 August 2026. The provision of services is intended for Bury St Edmunds in the East of England, with postal code IP33 2QZ.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare software solutions, particularly those offering innovative automated coding services. Companies operating at a smaller scale, such as SMEs, could find this a viable opportunity, as the procurement seeks entities that can deliver sophisticated software support within the healthcare sector. A focus on improving clinical coding efficiency can drive growth for businesses looking to integrate technology with healthcare services, making it a particularly attractive proposition for firms with expertise in automating health data processes. Given the value and duration, businesses with capacity for sustained service delivery will be well-suited to meet the Trust’s requirements and objectives, thereby enhancing their portfolios and market reach.

## Notice

A clinical coding software solution used by the Trust to support the accurate and efficient assignment of clinical codes from patient records. The system assists coding teams by automating elements of the clinical coding process, improving coding consistency, supporting data quality, reducing manual effort and helping the Trust meet statutory, operational and financial reporting requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abcd1d3e-9e80-4e64-b4b0-cd77617ccb3f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £611,785 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £611,785 |
| 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 | WEST SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | BURY ST EDMUNDS |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP33 2QZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH64 West Suffolk |
| Local authority | West Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Southgate |
| Westminster constituency | Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CHKS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72263000 - Software implementation services

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2026 at 15:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abcd1d3e-9e80-4e64-b4b0-cd77617ccb3f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abcd1d3e-9e80-4e64-b4b0-cd77617ccb3f
  4th August 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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