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title: "Provision of Care and People Planning Software for Regulated and Sensory Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049c96"
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buyer: "ECL THE CARE & WELLBEING COMPANY"
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# Provision of Care and People Planning Software for Regulated and Sensory Services

Buyer: ECL THE CARE & WELLBEING COMPANY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049c96

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## Summary

Essex Cares Limited (ECL) is currently in the active stage of the tender process for the "Provision of Care and People Planning Software for Regulated and Sensory Services". This procurement, classified under CPV codes for software packages and information systems, seeks a comprehensive digital solution to support the paperless delivery of care services both in clients' homes and in the community. The project is valued at £18,000,000 and covers various functionalities including client record management, electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR), and staff rostering. The procurement method used is a competitive procedure with negotiation, and the tender period will end on 14th October 2024. The contract period is expected to start on 1st February 2025 and run until 31st January 2028, with a possible two-year extension based on supplier performance.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in digital healthcare solutions, particularly those with capabilities in developing and integrating care management software. Companies that can provide innovative, high-quality, and compliant digital systems for care services management will find this tender highly suitable. ECL's requirements for seamless integration with existing and future Human Resources, Payroll, Financial, and Billing systems mean that vendors with comprehensive and adaptable software solutions will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, firms experienced in handling real-time data and ensuring regulatory compliance will benefit from aligning with ECL's strategic vision for delivering efficient and high-quality care services.

## Notice

Essex Cares Limited (ECL) is seeking a digital care and client management system to support the paperless delivery of support services to clients, individually within their own homes and the community.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The required solution includes: client record management; electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR); digital forms to support assessment, support planning, activity and incident recording; staff rostering; electronic visit management through mobile devices; location and mileage tracking; staff timesheets; client portal. The solution will provide management as well as clinical and care staff with real time information and reports to ensure safe, high quality, compliant and efficient services. The solution will also need to be capable of integrating with ECL's current and future Human Resources, Payroll, Financial and Billing systems.

Renewal: Plus two year extension subject to supplier's satisfactory performance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030162-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,000,000 |
| Lots value | £18,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ECL THE CARE & WELLBEING COMPANY |
| Locality | CHELMSFORD |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM1 1QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
| Electoral ward | Moulsham and Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chelmsford |
| Delivery location | TLH3 Essex |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48500000 - Communication and multimedia software package
- 48600000 - Database and operating software package
- 48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

## Release History

- 20 Sep 2024 at 11:23 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030162-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://eoecph.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml
- https://www.ecl.org/

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