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title: "UHSussex Virtual Lucy"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS SUSSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# UHSussex Virtual Lucy

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS SUSSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-86b630ff-6cb1-4a95-9168-541f695dbe27

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "UHSussex Virtual Lucy" under the authority of University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust has concluded with the award status active as of 1st April 2025. This procurement falls within the software package and information systems industry category, specifically targeting dermatology digital triage solutions. The transaction involves a selective method, employing a call-off from a framework agreement. It covers a contract period from 28th January 2025 to 21st March 2025 with a location scope extending from the United Kingdom to various international locations. Key figures include a minimum contract value of £267,483 and a final award amounting to £1,163,190.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare software solutions and services. Large-scale companies equipped with innovative digital triage technology in dermatology stand poised to leverage this contract for expansion and development. Given the involvement of Healthcare Business Solutions (UK) Limited as the supplier, organisations with similar capabilities and expertise in delivering comprehensive healthcare software packages could find fruitful opportunities in similar future tenders. The procurement approach and diverse geographical delivery potential further highlight growth avenues for tech firms engaged in the healthcare sector.

## Notice

Supply of Virtual Lucy dermatology digital triage

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/77744ff4-8fbf-4001-b307-c5ebbb1bb5d8 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Jan 2025 - 21 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £360,704 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,163,190 |
| 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 |
| 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 | HEALTHCARE BUSINESS SOLUTIONS (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2025 at 08:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/77744ff4-8fbf-4001-b307-c5ebbb1bb5d8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/77744ff4-8fbf-4001-b307-c5ebbb1bb5d8
  7th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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