---
title: "ARiMS Software"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0517a3"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0517a3.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2025-05-19"
---

# ARiMS Software

Buyer: EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0517a3

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## Summary

The East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust is in the planning stage of procuring ARiMS Software to manage its BD Rowa Dispensing Robots in Ipswich and Colchester. This tender is categorised under the IT software package industry and aims to replace existing software with BD Pyxis Inventory Connect. The planning notice was published on 19th May 2025, and the procurement process is expected to progress with key contract dates planned from 5th January 2026 to 29th April 2031. Interested parties should note the anticipated future notice date of 1st December 2025.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT software solutions, particularly those experienced in developing or managing pharmaceutical dispensing software. The contract is valued at £2,000,000 and offers a substantial financial incentive for well-equipped enterprises in the technology sector. This tender would suit mid to large-scale firms capable of delivering and supporting complex software solutions for healthcare providers. Engaging in this project could also enhance a company’s credentials within the public health sector in the UK.

## Notice

Currently Pharmacy use BD Rowa Dispensing Robots (Hardware) in Ipswich and Colchester, these robots are managed with ARiMS software. They served notice on ARiMS in Aug 2023 as the software was to be replaced by BD Pyxis Inventory Connect (PIC), however it was not picked up by operations at that time and we do not believe we responded to the end of life notice.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022877-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Jan 2026 - 29 Apr 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 5JL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Mile End |
| Westminster constituency | Colchester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48517000 - IT software package

## Release History

- 19 May 2025 at 16:25 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022877-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022877-2025
  19th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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