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title: "Contract for the provision of Short Messaging Services 2024 for NHS Frimley Integrated Care Board"
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# Contract for the provision of Short Messaging Services 2024 for NHS Frimley Integrated Care Board

Buyer: NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-559ed4d9-e445-460c-b915-d0f6f10a240a

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## Summary

The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for Short Messaging Services (SMS) to British Telecommunications PLC on behalf of the NHS Frimley Integrated Care Board. The procurement process, classified under CPV code 64212100, focuses on SMS services and is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. This procurement was conducted via a direct award through the Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Network Services 3 RM6116 framework eMarketplace catalogue Lot 3b. The contract, valued at £595,800, commenced on 28 June 2024 and will conclude on 29 April 2025.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for companies specialising in communication platforms and services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract particularly suitable, given the procurement method's inclusiveness towards SMEs. Businesses with a strong track record in delivering reliable SMS services within the healthcare sector will be well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging in this contract can enhance market visibility and establish a foothold in the public sector, paving the way for further opportunities.

## Notice

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for Short Messaging Services (SMS) to BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PLC on behalf of NHS Frimley Integrated Care Board. This requirement has been procured via Direct award through the Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Network Services 3 RM6116 framework eMarketplace catalogue Lot 3b: Communication Platform as a Service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daaf43a1-d5d8-4832-92f4-aaf92a10c014 |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 27 Jun 2024 - 29 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £595,800 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £595,800 |
| 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 SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT |
| Locality | EASTLEIGH, HAMPSHIRE |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO50 5PB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ35 South Hampshire |
| Local authority | Eastleigh |
| Electoral ward | Eastleigh Central |
| Westminster constituency | Eastleigh |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64212100 - Short Message Service (SMS) services

## Release History

- 16 Sep 2024 at 08:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daaf43a1-d5d8-4832-92f4-aaf92a10c014

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daaf43a1-d5d8-4832-92f4-aaf92a10c014
  16th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.scwcsu.nhs.uk/

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