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title: "Contract for the provision of a Clinical Decision Support Tool for NHS Central East ICB"
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# Contract for the provision of a Clinical Decision Support Tool for NHS Central East ICB

Buyer: NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-660cbd03-3942-447f-a24f-add81cb030d8

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## Summary

The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit has recently completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Contract for the provision of a Clinical Decision Support Tool for NHS Central East ICB". Under the industry category of IT services, this contract involves consulting, software development, Internet, and support, with an emphasis on digital pathways supporting Modernising General Practice (MGP). The procurement, which followed a selective method under the CCS G-Cloud 14 Framework (RM1557.14) Lot 2 for Cloud software, resulted in Ardens Health Informatics Limited being awarded the contract. The contract spans from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2028, covering the East of England region. The initial award date was 24th March 2026, with a maximum contract value of £1,740,593.82 GBP.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses, particularly those in the IT services sector that specialise in consulting and digital health solutions. By allowing participation through the G-Cloud framework, it opens avenues for both established and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) to engage in digital health service provision within the NHS. Companies with expertise in clinical decision support systems and digital pathway solutions could greatly benefit from engaging in such NHS projects, offering a chance to expand their portfolio and establish long-term relationships within the healthcare technology ecosystem.

## Notice

The contract is awarded for an initial period of 12 months - PS870,296.91 exc. VAT Optional extension for up to 12 months - PS870,296.91 exc. VAT Maximum contract term - 24 months Maximum contract value - PS1,740,593.82 The NHS England National Commercial and Procurement Hub supported NHS Central East ICB to place a new contract for the Provision of a Clinical Decision Support Tool. NHS Central East ICB's requirement is for a Clinical Decision Support Tool. The solution is required to meet the digital pathways capabilities that support Modernising General Practice (MGP). A call-off process from the CCS G-Cloud 14 Framework (RM1557.14) Lot 2: Cloud software was undertaken in accordance with the G-Cloud 14 buyers guide to identify the most suitable provider to deliver requirements. The contract has been awarded to Ardens Health Informatics Limited.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a821601a-a264-4ccc-9cae-528ac2fcb24b |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,740,593 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,740,593 |
| 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 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARDENS HEALTH INFORMATICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 5 May 2026 at 08:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a821601a-a264-4ccc-9cae-528ac2fcb24b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a821601a-a264-4ccc-9cae-528ac2fcb24b
  5th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.england.nhs.uk/digitaltechnology/digital-primary-care/commercial-procurement-hub/

## Provenance

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