--- title: "GB-Lichfield: The Provision of an Electronic Quality Management System for Defence Pathology" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-61c5fdd4-cb27-495d-b060-4a4293fd96ef" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-61c5fdd4-cb27-495d-b060-4a4293fd96ef" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-61c5fdd4-cb27-495d-b060-4a4293fd96ef.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-61c5fdd4-cb27-495d-b060-4a4293fd96ef.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFENCE MEDICAL SERVICES (DMS)" published: "2019-08-09" --- # GB-Lichfield: The Provision of an Electronic Quality Management System for Defence Pathology Buyer: DEFENCE MEDICAL SERVICES (DMS) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-61c5fdd4-cb27-495d-b060-4a4293fd96ef [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-61c5fdd4-cb27-495d-b060-4a4293fd96ef) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-61c5fdd4-cb27-495d-b060-4a4293fd96ef.json) ## Summary The Defence Medical Services (DMS) is currently conducting a tender for the provision of an Electronic Quality Management System (eQMS) specifically designed for Defence Pathology. This procurement falls under the services category, classified as system quality assurance assessment and review services (CPV code: 72225000). The procurement was published on 9th August 2019, and the tender period is set to close on 12th September 2019. The estimated value of the contract ranges from £10,000 to £113,000, with the contract expected to commence on 5th November 2019 and conclude on 30th June 2021. The primary delivery locations include the UK and British Overseas Territories. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in quality management systems, IT services, and cloud-based solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may provide innovative solutions that meet the requirements of the DMS. Companies with expertise in the healthcare sector, particularly those focusing on compliance and management systems for medical services, will be well-positioned to compete for this contract, allowing them to expand their market reach and strengthen their portfolio in the defence and healthcare industries. ## Notice This requirement for an electronic Quality Management System (eQMS) will be implemented at CD Path to ensure compliance with National Guidelines relating to assured blood management. It will allow for significantly improved quality management of the deployable pathology capability and ensure that BMS have access to authorised versions of procedures. The eQMS is to be configured to allow for management of Blood transfusion and pathology services. It is to be implemented by the Quality Manager (RP Blood) at CD Path. CD path personnel will operate the eQMS under their direction. Deployed BMS will be able to access the system as required via a secure cloud through the internet. The system should sit apart from MOD systems and be standalone. This will allow for access by users irrespective of their geographical location or IS infrastructure constraints. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'GB-Lichfield: The Provision of an Electronic Quality Management System for Defence Pathology'. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daab51c3-4b8f-45a6-94fe-729d6a659b89 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Aug 2019 | | Submission deadline | 12 Sep 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 5 Nov 2019 - 30 Jun 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £113,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DEFENCE MEDICAL SERVICES (DMS) | | Locality | LICHFIELD | | Post town | Walsall | | Postcode | WS14 9PY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire | | ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC | | Local authority | Lichfield | | Electoral ward | Whittington & Streethay | | Westminster constituency | Tamworth | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72225000 - System quality assurance assessment and review services ## Release History - 9 Aug 2019 at 08:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daab51c3-4b8f-45a6-94fe-729d6a659b89 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daab51c3-4b8f-45a6-94fe-729d6a659b89 9th August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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