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title: "Market Engagement - Provision of an Antivirus Solution on behalf of NHS Greater Manchester"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "N H S SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES"
published: "2025-02-20"
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# Market Engagement - Provision of an Antivirus Solution on behalf of NHS Greater Manchester

Buyer: N H S SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8e624290-acac-4cdb-85e7-e465131996b7

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## Summary

NHS Shared Business Services is initiating a public procurement process for the provision of an antivirus solution for NHS Greater Manchester. The process is currently in the planning stage, with a market engagement event scheduled to end on 6th March 2025. Located in Salford, England, this procurement is classified under the CPV code 48761000 for antivirus software packages. Relevant documents and further details can be found in the early engagement notice published on 20th February 2025. Businesses interested in participating are invited to review the Request for Information (RFI) documents available online.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in cybersecurity solutions, particularly those offering antivirus software. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, providing innovative solutions to meet the NHS's needs. Firms that can deliver a robust antivirus solution will not only gain a substantial contract with NHS Greater Manchester but also enhance their reputation within the public healthcare sector. Engaging in this procurement can lead to long-term business growth and further opportunities within the public sector.

## Notice

Market Engagement RFI to assess anti virus solutions for NHS Greater Manchester. Please visit https://discovery.ariba.com/rfx/22494548 for RFI

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c218251-bec9-4d92-a0ea-4cc3632da6f2 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 6 Mar 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | N H S SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M50 2UW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Quays |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48761000 - Anti-virus software package

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2025 at 15:35 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c218251-bec9-4d92-a0ea-4cc3632da6f2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c218251-bec9-4d92-a0ea-4cc3632da6f2
  20th February 2025 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://discovery.ariba.com/rfx/22494548
  RFI Market engagement documents

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