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title: "Pyxis Inventory Connect Software & support/maintenance contract"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS SUSSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# Pyxis Inventory Connect Software & support/maintenance contract

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS SUSSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-585fc576-8005-4b71-ba23-7e28f166a03c

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## Summary

The procurement process was conducted by the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust for a project titled "Pyxis Inventory Connect Software & support/maintenance contract." This project falls under the industry category of software package and information systems. The procurement was executed as an award on 22nd October 2025, following the completion of the tender period which ended on 1st September 2025. The contract encompasses a comprehensive upgrade of pharmacy robot software across multiple locations, including the United Kingdom and its territories. The planned contract period is from 15th September 2025 to 14th September 2030. The procurement method employed was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a meticulous and strategized approach.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in software and systems integration, particularly those with expertise in healthcare and logistics technology. With a significant budget allocation of £129,908.18, companies that provide robust software solutions and maintenance services are well-poised to benefit from such contracts. The engagement of BECTON DICKINSON UK LTD as the supplier highlights the calibre of businesses involved, and although the tender was not marked as suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, larger technology firms or consortiums with experience in framework agreements could find similar opportunities lucrative for growth and expansion in the healthcare sector.

## Notice

Upgrade of Pharmacy Robot software: Pyxis Inventory Connect x 4 - The migration of the software (PIC Core) Guided Pick x 4 - Barcode scanning element, module add on Service contract for handheld devices in relation to Guided Pick - initial 5 year contract term.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e4c33bb-b93e-49f5-83f3-4310f4bdcecd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £129,908 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £129,908 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS SUSSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | WORTHING HOSPITAL, LYNDHURST ROAD |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN11 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) |
| Local authority | Worthing |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Worthing West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BECTON DICKINSON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 22 Oct 2025 at 10:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e4c33bb-b93e-49f5-83f3-4310f4bdcecd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e4c33bb-b93e-49f5-83f3-4310f4bdcecd
  22nd October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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