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title: "VM Ware and Professional Services (SCH)"
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buyer: "SHEFFIELD CHILDREN'S' HOSPITAL NHS FT"
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# VM Ware and Professional Services (SCH)

Buyer: SHEFFIELD CHILDREN'S' HOSPITAL NHS FT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a77fb69b-7040-421f-8b29-40934422a94c

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Sheffield Children's' Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has reached the award stage for the contract titled "VM Ware and Professional Services (SCH)". This public procurement, classified under the industry category of system, storage, and content management software packages, involves the supply of VM Ware and VDI Software licences and support. Located in Sheffield, England, the contract was awarded on 30th April 2025, and covers a three-year period starting from 30th May 2025 to 29th May 2028. The procurement method employed was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, with a tender period concluding on 29th May 2025.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of technology and software solutions, particularly those with expertise in system management and virtual desktop infrastructure. Large-scale suppliers can particularly benefit from this call-off contract, which is tailored for established entities rather than SMEs or VCSEs, facilitating business growth through engagement with a reputable NHS Trust. With a valuation of £347,676.89, this contract with Sheffield Children's' Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, awarded to SOFTCAT PLC, demonstrates potential for future collaborations and increased exposure in the public sector technology domain.

## Notice

Contract awarded for the supply of VM Ware and VDI Software licences and support for the period 30th May 2025 to 29th May 2028. Additional information: This is a framework, call-off contract as per UK PCR 2015. SCH Contract Ref: C357931

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a396137f-c275-4448-8841-5863b89fcddc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 27 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 29 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 29 May 2025 - 29 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £347,676 |
| 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 | SHEFFIELD CHILDREN'S' HOSPITAL NHS FT |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| 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 | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48780000 - System, storage and content management software package

## Release History

- 27 May 2025 at 10:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a396137f-c275-4448-8841-5863b89fcddc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a396137f-c275-4448-8841-5863b89fcddc
  27th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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