---
title: "Provision of Oracle ERP Solution - Intention to Award"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ab5c"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SANDWELL AND WEST BIRMINGHAM HOSPITALS NHS TRUST"
published: "2025-10-09"
---

# Provision of Oracle ERP Solution - Intention to Award

Buyer: SANDWELL AND WEST BIRMINGHAM HOSPITALS NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ab5c

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## Summary

Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, a central government public authority, has completed the procurement process titled "Provision of Oracle ERP Solution - Intention to Award". This procurement falls within the industry category of software package and information systems, specifically financial systems software, with operations based in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The contract, executed through a direct award to Oracle Corporation UK Limited, covers a 12-month period starting from 1st November 2025 and ending on 30th September 2026. The procurement stage has reached award status, with key dates including an anticipated contract signing by 22nd October 2025. The decision for a direct award was based on technical compatibility, project continuity, and securing value for money.

The awarded contract to Oracle offers businesses in the technology and software development sectors growth opportunities, particularly those providing ERP system services or related technical support. Large-scale companies with expertise in cloud-based informational systems and financial software solutions may find this tender especially beneficial, given the Oracle ERP's scope in streamlining finance, procurement, and supply chain operations. The procurement method underscores the importance of maintaining operational integrity and continuity for the Trust, hinting at potential future collaborations with similar healthcare entities or public sector projects. Businesses that can demonstrate competence in delivering value through continuity and strategic system support are well-suited to pursue similar opportunities in this domain.

## Notice

The Trust are proposing a Direct award via Single Tender Waiver action for the duration of 12 months for the current/in use Oracle ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system. The solution a comprehensive cloud-based suite designed to streamline and integrate core business functions; Finance, Procurement and Supply Chain operations. The justification for this direct award is based on the following: * Technical Compatibility: The Trust's existing ERP system is provided by Oracle. Procuring an alternative solution at this stage would result in incompatibility with current equipment and systems, risking disruption to essential financial and operational processes. * Project Continuity and Collaboration: The Trust is actively exploring collaborative working arrangements with The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, including a shared ledger solution. However, this work will not conclude in time for the Trust to cancel the existing Oracle contract, tender and potentially transition to a new system (if an alternative awarded) . An extension is therefore required to maintain continuity while collaborative options are finalised. * Value for Money: The direct award ensures continuity of service and avoids disproportionate technical and project difficulty or cost. The procurement team has confirmed budget availability and compliance with Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs). * No Competition: Due to the reasons above, no alternative quotations were sought. The waiver process and justification have been reviewed and accepted by the relevant authorised internal personnel, in line with the local SFIs).

### Procurement Information

* Technical Compatibility: The Trust's existing ERP system is provided by Oracle. Procuring an alternative solution at this stage would result in incompatibility with current equipment and systems, risking disruption to essential financial and operational processes. * Project Continuity and Collaboration: The Trust is actively exploring collaborative working arrangements with The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, including a shared ledger solution. However, this work will not conclude in time for the Trust to cancel the existing Oracle contract, tender and potentially transition to a new system (if an alternative awarded) . An extension is therefore required to maintain continuity while collaborative options are finalised.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063612-2025 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £231,777 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SANDWELL AND WEST BIRMINGHAM HOSPITALS NHS TRUST |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B18 7QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Soho & Jewellery Quarter |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48442000 - Financial systems software package

## Release History

- 9 Oct 2025 at 10:17 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063612-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063612-2025
  9th October 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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