---
title: "Smartcard Readers Service"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-76a20142-a760-4428-80ee-08ec21f900ac"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-76a20142-a760-4428-80ee-08ec21f900ac"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-76a20142-a760-4428-80ee-08ec21f900ac.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-76a20142-a760-4428-80ee-08ec21f900ac.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS ENGLAND"
published: "2024-10-24"
---

# Smartcard Readers Service

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-76a20142-a760-4428-80ee-08ec21f900ac

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-76a20142-a760-4428-80ee-08ec21f900ac)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-76a20142-a760-4428-80ee-08ec21f900ac.json)

## Summary

NHS England has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Smartcard Readers Service" by awarding the contract to Specialist Computer Centres PLC. This reprocurement focuses on the supply, storage, and distribution of smartcard reader services. The procurement method utilised was a call-off from a framework agreement, and the purchase falls under the industry category "Smart card readers" (CPV code: 30233300). Key dates to note include the tender period end date of 31st May 2024, contract commencement on 1st September 2024, and concluding on 31st August 2027. The contract's total value is £1,121,838, with a minimum value of £673,102.8. The primary delivery address for services is in Leeds, England, postal code LS1 4AP, United Kingdom.

This contract opens significant opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in smartcard technology and related services. Companies with robust supply chains and capabilities in distribution can leverage this procurement to enhance their market presence and foster growth through association with a prestigious institution like NHS England. The selective procurement method highlights the importance of pre-existing agreements and the ability to swiftly mobilise and meet stringent contract requirements. While SMEs and VCSEs are not explicitly targeted for suitability, larger enterprises stand to gain substantial business advantages by aligning with the demanding delivery and quality standards set forth in this procurement.

## Notice

Reprocurement of Smartcard Reader Services - Supply, Storage and Distribution Services. Awarded for an Initial Term of 3yrs, with extension options for a further 2yrs.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abdd06cf-7ce5-48dc-82e8-f807ab3954f7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,121,838 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,121,838 |
| 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 ENGLAND |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 4AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Hunslet & Riverside |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds South |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30233300 - Smart card readers

## Release History

- 24 Oct 2024 at 13:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abdd06cf-7ce5-48dc-82e8-f807ab3954f7
- 14 Oct 2024 at 11:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/add9dbd4-b5c3-4040-8e9b-5cc15f8012d9
- 24 Sep 2024 at 12:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62ebe962-4a39-4b8a-9a17-0507790d1979

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abdd06cf-7ce5-48dc-82e8-f807ab3954f7
  24th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/add9dbd4-b5c3-4040-8e9b-5cc15f8012d9
  14th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62ebe962-4a39-4b8a-9a17-0507790d1979
  24th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-76a20142-a760-4428-80ee-08ec21f900ac. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-76a20142-a760-4428-80ee-08ec21f900ac.json.