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title: "Staff Expenses software for NHS Devon ICB"
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# Staff Expenses software for NHS Devon ICB

Buyer: NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a47545a0-4a20-4c35-a249-b563d991f0d8

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## Summary

NHS Devon ICB has concluded a selective procurement process for staff expenses software, awarding the contract to Softcat Plc. This procurement was managed by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW). The contract, valued at £51,487, falls under the industry-specific software package category and is part of the HealthTrust Europe Enterprise framework ICT solutions (ComIT3). The contract period runs from 30th September 2024 to 29th September 2026, with the primary delivery location in Exeter (EX25AZ). The tender stage has been completed and an award notice was published on 30th December 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the IT and software development industry, especially those specialising in bespoke software solutions for healthcare. The procurement favoured small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), making it a suitable target for businesses of varying scales looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector. The use of a framework agreement via direct award indicates a streamlined process, potentially reducing competition and providing a clear pathway for capable vendors to secure contracts in future tenders.

## Notice

NHS Devon ICB has awarded a contract to Softcat Plc for staff expense software via a Direct Award through the HealthTrust Europe Enterprise framework ICT solutions (ComIT3). This procurement has been carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of NHS Devon ICB

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eef765cd-9862-49ae-bc9e-b37cc3b89c60 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2024 - 29 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £51,487 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £51,487 |
| 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 | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 3NX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48100000 - Industry specific software package

## Release History

- 30 Dec 2024 at 16:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eef765cd-9862-49ae-bc9e-b37cc3b89c60

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eef765cd-9862-49ae-bc9e-b37cc3b89c60
  30th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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