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title: "RA298270 - 0AR - BMC Helix Development Support"
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# RA298270 - 0AR - BMC Helix Development Support

Buyer: NHS NORTH OF ENGLAND CSU  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-293d18b7-d687-4b81-9845-2ab32a4e9be1

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## Summary

The NHS North of England CSU recently completed a tender for BMC Helix Development Support, classified under goods, specifically computer equipment and supplies. The procurement process was initiated with a limited competitive quotation method and the tender period concluded on 25 February 2021. The contract period began on 3 March 2021 and is set to run until 30 April 2021. Businesses had until 23 February 2021 to submit clarification questions related to the tender, ensuring they could address any uncertainties before the bidding process closed.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in IT services and computer equipment, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can provide specialised development support. Companies that offer technological solutions, software development, and IT consultancy services would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts. Engaging in such tenders can enhance visibility and open avenues for growth within the public sector, allowing businesses to build relationships with major public entities like the NHS.

## Notice

You are invited to submit a quotation on behalf of NHS North of England CSU for BMC Helix Development Support under the NHS Terms and Conditions. - The deadline for clarification questions is 23/02/21 at 10am\ Responses to the clarification questions will be sent out, no later than 24 hours after the deadline.\ Please make sure delivery lead time is specified on the Multiquote and all prices net VAT. - To access this competition: login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity RA298270. Not registered on MultiQuote - visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote RA298270 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e68f067b-4c15-408f-afb8-338267b0c0cd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 4 Mar 2021 - 30 Apr 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £56,268 |
| 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 NORTH OF ENGLAND CSU |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 3YG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Durham South |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FUSION BUSINESS SOLUTIONS (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 5 Mar 2021 at 16:28 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e68f067b-4c15-408f-afb8-338267b0c0cd
- 3 Mar 2021 at 15:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e68f067b-4c15-408f-afb8-338267b0c0cd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e68f067b-4c15-408f-afb8-338267b0c0cd
  5th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

## Provenance

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