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title: "SafetyConnect"
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# SafetyConnect

Buyer: MHRA BUYER ORGANISATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f492af51-234d-4d9e-ac41-c48d1febcb91

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "SafetyConnect," initiated by the MHRA Buyer Organisation, is currently at the Tender stage as part of the SafetyConnect Programme aimed at improving the UK's vigilance capabilities through technology. The programme seeks to replace existing signal detection and management IT systems related to pharmacovigilance, medical devices, and Haemovigilance activities. With a budget of £5,500,000, the tender period ends on 29 January 2021, with the contract set to commence on 1 February 2021 and last until 1 February 2027. Deliveries are to be made to the London region, and the procurement method employed is a selective approach using a competitive procedure with negotiation above threshold.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in software development and information systems, particularly those focusing on medical software and training services. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the MHRA is receptive to working with them. Companies providing innovative technological solutions or specialised training services in pharmacovigilance and device management would be well-positioned to compete for this contract, thereby fostering potential growth in their respective sectors.

## Notice

This procurement forms part of the SafetyConnect Programme which is a technology enabled strategic business change programme that aims to significantly enhance the UK's vigilance capability. As part of the SafetyConnect Programme, the MHRA are looking to replace its signal detection and management information technology systems used in its pharmacovigilance and medical product vigilance (medical devices, in vitro diagnostics and Haemovigilance) activities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/028b1c35-eef8-499a-93eb-58fb55ad889c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2021 - 1 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MHRA BUYER ORGANISATION |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 80511000 - Staff training services

## Release History

- 24 Sep 2020 at 10:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/028b1c35-eef8-499a-93eb-58fb55ad889c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/028b1c35-eef8-499a-93eb-58fb55ad889c
  24th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://mhra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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