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title: "Development and provision of software solutions enhanced by artificial intelligence that are designed to optimise workforce deployment. Specifically junior doctors."
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04c95b"
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published: "2024-12-20"
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# Development and provision of software solutions enhanced by artificial intelligence that are designed to optimise workforce deployment. Specifically junior doctors.

Buyer: WHITTINGTON HEALTH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04c95b

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## Summary

Whittington Health is seeking the development and provision of software solutions enhanced by artificial intelligence to optimise workforce deployment, specifically targeting junior doctors. This procurement falls under the category of "Business intelligence software development services" and will be implemented in London. The procurement stage is in the "Award" phase with and the contract was signed on 18th December 2024. Initially, the project was slated for 72 months with the possibility of extensions, but it has been amended to 60 months with an initial 24 month period and an option to extend 3x12 months. The total value of the procurement excluding VAT has been updated to £500,000. The procurement method employed was a limited, negotiated procedure without the publication of a contract notice, due to the proprietary nature of the AI solution offered by LANTUM LTD.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in AI-driven software and workforce management tools, especially those targeting the healthcare sector. Companies with experience in developing intelligent rostering systems and possessing technological expertise in artificial intelligence will find this contract particularly appealing. This project not only offers a solid revenue stream but also positions participating firms at the forefront of innovation in medical workforce optimisation. With the option for contract extensions, businesses have the potential to secure a long-term partnership with Whittington Health, leveraging their solutions to aid in the efficient management of junior doctors' schedules and preferences.

## Notice

The core of the service is the provision, development and support of an AI-driven rota generation tool. It gathers the leave requests and working preferences of clinicians and hospital departments, and generates an individualised rota for every clinician.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The core of the service is the provision, development and support of an AI-driven rota generation tool. It gathers the leave requests and working preferences of clinicians and hospital departments, and generates an individualised rota for every clinician.

Options: 72 month(s) from the commencement date, with 36 initial month(s) and option to extend 3x12 month(s)

### Procurement Information

The AI contained in the platform solution is proprietary to the supplier. The supplier approached the Authority looking for a customer to work with them on the development and refinement of the solution. The product has already been subject to free of charge evaluation trials at the Whittington and our intention now is to award the Contract covered by this notice.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041204-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated without publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WHITTINGTON HEALTH |
| Additional buyers | PARTNERS PROCUREMENT SERVICE (PPS) |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North London |
| Postcode | N19 5NF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington |
| Local authority | Islington |
| Electoral ward | Junction |
| Westminster constituency | Islington North |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LANTUM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48450000 - Time accounting or human resources software package
- 72212100 - Industry specific software development services
- 72212482 - Business intelligence software development services

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2024 at 13:11 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041204-2024
- 18 Dec 2024 at 19:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040867-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.lanthum.com
- http://www.nhspps.uk
- http://www.whittington.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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