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title: "1894 Platform Modernisation Support for NHS Arden & GEM CSU"
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# 1894 Platform Modernisation Support for NHS Arden & GEM CSU

Buyer: NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aeb54aa4-040d-4c16-9c0a-ccb5491eec85

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## Summary

NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit (NHS AGEM CSU) has completed the tender process for the provision of platform modernisation support as part of the 1894 Platform Modernisation Support project. The procurement, which falls under the business and management consultancy services industry category, was awarded on the 26th of March 2025 to Baringa Partners LLP. Key dates include the end of the tender period on the 8th of January 2025 and the contract start date on the 28th of March 2025, with completion expected by the 27th of September 2025. The procurement method was selective, utilising Crown Commercial Services RM6187 Management Consultancy Framework Three (MCF3) Lot 3.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in complex and transformation consultancy services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to engage with NHS AGEM CSU. The strategic need for platform modernisation is essential for enhancing operational efficiency and service delivery within the NHS, making this an attractive project for consultancy firms with expertise in such transformations. Successful involvement in this project can offer substantial growth potential and the prospect of further engagements within the healthcare sector.

## Notice

Provision of Platform Modernisation Support for NHS Arden & Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit. This was procured using Crown Commercial Services RM6187 Management Consultancy Framework Three (MCF3) Lot 3: Complex & Transformation which will govern any resultant Contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54639e26-05ee-4699-a4d4-f649eddc18d7 |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Mar 2025 - 27 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £164,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £164,000 |
| 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 ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE1 3QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Darley |
| Westminster constituency | Derby North |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BARINGA PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

## Release History

- 3 Apr 2025 at 10:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54639e26-05ee-4699-a4d4-f649eddc18d7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54639e26-05ee-4699-a4d4-f649eddc18d7
  3rd April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/62aaa9cb-e8e7-432a-a79b-db5d672da602
  1894 Platform Modernisation Support for NHS AGEM CSU - Order Form - Baringa - Fully Signed_Redacted

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