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title: "C323726 Pulse Hardware & OpenVMS Software"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT"
published: "2025-02-28"
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# C323726 Pulse Hardware & OpenVMS Software

Buyer: NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d0255635-0262-4efb-984c-8e20bfc989fd

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## Summary

NHS Blood & Transplant has awarded a contract for "C323726 Pulse Hardware & OpenVMS Software" under the industry category of Computer Support Services. The contract, valued at £2,200,000 GBP, covers Pulse Hardware extended warranty and OpenVMS Software. The procurement follows a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The CPV codes are 72610000 (Computer support services) and 72260000 (Software-related services). The procurement stage is at the Award phase, with the contract period commencing on 1st February 2025 and ending on 31st January 2027. Key tender submission dates include an end date of 19th December 2023 at 11:00 AM. The delivery location is Filton, Bristol, BS34 7QH, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for companies specialising in computer support and software-related services. SME (Small and Medium Enterprises) are encouraged to participate due to their eligibility within the suitability criteria specified by NHS Blood & Transplant. Given the size and scope of the contract, large suppliers such as INSIGHT DIRECT (UK) LTD, the awarded supplier, may find it particularly relevant. Companies with robust capabilities in hardware support and software maintenance can benefit greatly from such government contracts, enhancing their portfolio and market reach.

## Notice

Pulse Hardware extended warranty & OpenVMS Software

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc2d1dca-f221-443d-831f-c90c58b778c5 |
| 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 | 28 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Dec 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,420,000 |
| 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 BLOOD & TRANSPLANT |
| Locality | FILTON, BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 7QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Filton |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INSIGHT DIRECT (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72260000 - Software-related services
- 72610000 - Computer support services

## Release History

- 28 Feb 2025 at 08:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc2d1dca-f221-443d-831f-c90c58b778c5
- 26 Feb 2025 at 15:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dced3c98-386c-42c3-94c2-92d310b876e8
- 26 Feb 2025 at 15:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5954801-ff27-4fd6-89f9-5c8a1192f472

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc2d1dca-f221-443d-831f-c90c58b778c5
  28th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dced3c98-386c-42c3-94c2-92d310b876e8
  26th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5954801-ff27-4fd6-89f9-5c8a1192f472
  26th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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