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title: "BHNFT - Assistive Technology Communication Solutions"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7e620f94-17fc-4e73-82fa-55efb0d8402e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BARNSLEY HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-04-02"
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# BHNFT - Assistive Technology Communication Solutions

Buyer: BARNSLEY HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7e620f94-17fc-4e73-82fa-55efb0d8402e

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## Summary

The Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for the "BHNFT - Assistive Technology Communication Solutions," targeting software-related services. The procurement method used is a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract period lasting from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027. The award phase was reached on 31st March 2026, with a published notice dated 2nd April 2026. This tender falls under the industry category of software-related services in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom, with a contract value of £100,472.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the software services sector, particularly those involved in assistive technology solutions. While the tender specifies it is not particularly suited for SMEs or VCSEs, suppliers with established frameworks and capabilities in technology solutions can leverage their expertise to fulfill the contract. The procurement process demonstrates a selective approach, suggesting that vendors with specialised skills and experiences in healthcare technology services would be competitive candidates. Smartbox Assistive Technology Limited, designated as the supplier, illustrates the type of businesses well positioned for such contracts.

## Notice

Assistive Technology Communication Solutions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbb82e3e-77c5-454d-ac2b-28a621b8ec08 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,472 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £100,472 |
| 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 | BARNSLEY HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | BARNSLEY |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S75 2EP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE33 Barnsley |
| Local authority | Barnsley |
| Electoral ward | Old Town |
| Westminster constituency | Barnsley North |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SMARTBOX ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72260000 - Software-related services

## Release History

- 2 Apr 2026 at 12:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbb82e3e-77c5-454d-ac2b-28a621b8ec08
- 2 Apr 2026 at 12:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8936cbdc-482f-4604-9218-f75bca330343
- 2 Apr 2026 at 12:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0babeaa7-b1e5-4a85-8917-c1bbafe8a1f5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbb82e3e-77c5-454d-ac2b-28a621b8ec08
  2nd April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8936cbdc-482f-4604-9218-f75bca330343
  2nd April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0babeaa7-b1e5-4a85-8917-c1bbafe8a1f5
  2nd April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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