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Official UK procurement notice

Framework for Workforce Technology Systems 2

Official notice

Authority: Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust (Central government)

Open framework scheme4 lotsGoodsOpen procedureAbove thresholdSME suitableVCSE suitable
Framework ceiling (notional)£1,000,000,000total for 4 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue
Submissions closed 18 Sept 2026
Lots 4see the lot list below
Framework period 1 yrends 2 Nov 2027 · up to 19 Aug 2033 with extensions · starts 3 Nov 2026

What is being bought4 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

Reference: LPP/2026/002

RM6387

This is the reopening of the Open Framework for locally delivered Workforce Systems, which seeks to continue supporting the NHS Long Term Plan and the People Digital Plan by providing a route to market for all software systems and digital solutions used to support the management, deployment, and development of jobs and staff, together with associated reporting and analytics.

The Tender notice for the first iteration of this framework:

Notice identifier: 2025/S 000-008494

Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-04eae7

  • The authority expects to re-tender this requirement around 10 Aug 2027, 23:59 BST.

CPV: Administration software package · Analytical, scientific, mathematical or forecasting software package · Business analysis consultancy services · Business and management consultancy and related services · Compliance software package · Educational software package · Enterprise resource planning software package · Helpdesk and support services · Human resources management consultancy services · IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support · Industry specific software package · Library software package · +19 more

How this framework works

From the published notice
Type
Open framework · open framework scheme (admission reopens)
Call-offs
every call-off is a further competition among the appointed suppliers
Framework period
1 yr · up to 6 yrs 10 mo from 3 Nov 2026
Scheme runs until
19 Aug 2033
Supplier levy on call-offs (max %)
1% of call-off value
Who may buy through it

The framework agreement shall include the entire public sector and any private sector organisations with a similar need.

Published description of the framework

Operation administration management will be conducted by NHS London Procurement Partnership (LPP).

Lots and requirements (4)Procurement structure

4 lots · all with a published value · same evaluation weights on every lot
Lot #1Workforce Technology SystemsRenewal 1 yrSMEVCSEPublished value£330,000,000

General Requirements

"The delivery of workforce specific software"

The scope of this lot shall initially include;

  • Off the shelf systems and software (including general and mobile applications ("Apps"))
  • Software / App development
  • The development of systems / apps necessary to support their utilisation.
  • Standardisation of data flows and associated Application Programming Interfaces (“APIs”) relevant to the product.

The scope of this lot shall not include;

  • The ability to provide individual workforce members (People/Staff)
  • The role of carrying out Occupational Health assessments on individuals
  • The role of carrying out Clinical or Medical duties under supervision

Whilst it is not envisaged that each Service Provider awarded to this lot will be capable of supplying all systems, Customers will have the ability to shortlist the most capable of bidders to provide their requirements. This will be managed through a shortlisting process based on the self-classification of each bidder's software solution(s) and the developmental capabilities of the bidder and the system once deployed.

This lot is open to original equipment manufacturers only.

Some example types of workforce software available under this lot are:

  • E-recruitment, employment checks and onboarding
  • Occupational Health
  • Case Management, including wellbeing
  • Wage Advance
  • Expenses
  • Rostering
  • Job Planning
  • Junior Doctor Module
  • Scheduling
  • Temporary Staffing
  • Learning Management Systems
  • Appraisal and revalidation
  • Performance Management
  • Succession Planning
  • Clinical Supervision

Additionally, any other workforce software which can be described as "Workforce Technology" may be considered here

Contract period: 3 Nov 2026 – 2 Nov 2027 (1 yr) · up to 19 Aug 2033 with extensionsValue: £330,000,000 exc. VAT · £396,000,000 inc. VAT
Delivery: UKEligibility: SME eligibleVCSE eligible
Extensions: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The open procedure allows us to launch new frameworks on the anniversary for up to a maximum duration of eight (8) years. · On the anniversary, we will look to relaunch a framework with substantially the same scope and terms and conditions for up to a maximum duration of eight (8) years.
Lot #2Services for Integration, Deployment and InteroperabilityRenewal 1 yrPublished value£250,000,000

General Requirements

"The supply of solutions to support the delivery of workforce technology systems"

The scope of this lot shall initially include;

  • System training
  • Implementation, Transformation and Transition Services
  • Reporting and Analytics tools
  • Development of interoperability capabilities between systems
  • Integration of systems and processes
  • Standardisation of data flows and associated APIs

Additionally, any other services which can be described as integration, deployment and interoperability services relevant to Workforce Technology systems may be considered here.

Contract period: 3 Nov 2026 – 2 Nov 2027 (1 yr) · up to 19 Aug 2033 with extensionsValue: £250,000,000 exc. VAT · £300,000,000 inc. VAT
Delivery: UK
Extensions: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The open procedure allows us to launch new frameworks on the anniversary for up to a maximum duration of eight (8) years. · On the anniversary, we will look to relaunch a framework with substantially the same scope and terms and conditions for up to a maximum duration of eight (8) years.
Lot #3Professional Services and ConsultancyRenewal 1 yrPublished value£117,000,000

General Requirements

"The provision of Professional Services in the support of Workforce Technology Systems"

The scope of this lot shall initially include;

  • Systems gap analysis
  • Specification Design
  • Change Management
  • Project Management
  • Reporting and Analytics Reporting

Additionally, any other services which can be described as professional services and consultancy relevant to Workforce Technology systems may be considered here.

Contract period: 3 Nov 2026 – 2 Nov 2027 (1 yr) · up to 19 Aug 2033 with extensionsValue: £117,000,000 exc. VAT · £140,400,000 inc. VAT
Delivery: UK
Extensions: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The open procedure allows us to launch new frameworks on the anniversary for up to a maximum duration of eight (8) years. · On the anniversary, we will look to relaunch a framework with substantially the same scope and terms and conditions for up to a maximum duration of eight (8) years.
Lot #4Overlay, User Experience and SupportRenewal 1 yrPublished value£150,000,000

General Requirements

"The delivery of overlay solutions to support employee experience"

The scope of this Lot shall initially include;

  • Single User Interfacing
  • Customisation and standardisation
  • System Policy Design and harmonisation
  • Ticketing and support services
  • User Experience Solutions

Additionally, any other products or services which can be described as overlay, user experience or support systems and services relevant to Workforce Technology systems may be considered here.

Contract period: 3 Nov 2026 – 2 Nov 2027 (1 yr) · up to 19 Aug 2033 with extensionsValue: £150,000,000 exc. VAT · £180,000,000 inc. VAT
Delivery: UK
Extensions: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The open procedure allows us to launch new frameworks on the anniversary for up to a maximum duration of eight (8) years. · On the anniversary, we will look to relaunch a framework with substantially the same scope and terms and conditions for up to a maximum duration of eight (8) years.

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
How bids were scored · same split on all 4 lots
Quality: 90%Social value: 10%
Published sub-criteria (2)
  • Technical Quality: 90%
  • Social Value: 10%
Published award criteria (2)
  • Technical Quality
  • Social Value
What this means for your bid
  • “Framework for Workforce Technology Systems 2” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract: each call-off is a further competition, so the pricing contest starts after appointment.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record
Procedure method
Open procedure
Legal basis
UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023
Procurement category
Goods
Notice status
Closed
Procurement threshold
Above threshold (FTS publication)
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Open framework scheme
Who may use this agreement
The framework agreement shall include the entire public sector and any private sector organisations with a similar need. · open scheme: new suppliers can join during the term
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Unspecified in notice
Recurring procurement
Yes · next expected 10 Aug 2027
First published
2 Jun 2026, 16:37 BST
Last source update
11 Aug 2026, 17:28 BST
Award evaluation window
Submission end – 26 Oct 2026
Authority reference
C445452
FTS notice number
2026/S 000-076440
Latest notice
Tender notice (UK4)
Classification (CPV)
Administration software packageAnalytical, scientific, mathematical or forecasting software packageBusiness analysis consultancy servicesBusiness and management consultancy and related servicesCompliance software packageEducational software packageEnterprise resource planning software packageHelpdesk and support servicesHuman resources management consultancy servicesIT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
+21 moreIndustry specific software packageLibrary software package
Delivery area
UK
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-06abd3 Find a Tender
Related procedures1

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: Atamis legacy domain (health-family.force.com) · Who buys & how to bid on Atamis
Supplier login requiredElectronic submission allowedLanguage: EN
Access & registration note: Legacy Salesforce domain still used in notices — use the current Atamis portal · this portal address is a legacy domain; the operator has migrated
Appointment period ends
18 Sept 2026, 12:00 BST
Clarification deadline
28 Aug 2026, 17:00 BST
Submission channel
Official e-sourcing portal
Electronic submission
Allowed
Accepted languages
en
Supplier levy on call-offs (max %)
call-off levy · 1% of call-off value
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

The Tendering Portal can be accessed via the link: health-family.force.com/s/Welcome ↗

All communications (including submission of Tenders) should be carried out via the e-Tendering Portal. The procurement documents are available for unrestricted full direct access, free of charge via the e-Tendering Portal. To access this opportunity you will need to register at health-family.force.com/s/Welcome ↗ as a Supplier and search for the opportunity C445452.

To respond to this Invitation to Tender, Bidders must register on the portal, log in, complete the tender response documents and submit them via the e-tendering portal.

Please note that any communication from NHS London Procurement Partnership (NHS LPP) regarding this tender will be via Atamis. Bidders must use the e-tendering messaging board for their communication with NHS LPP regarding this procurement.

Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact the Atamis Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: [email protected]

Timeline

2 Jun 2026 → 3 Nov 2026 · 8 dates
  1. Planning notice published146 days ago
    2 Jun 2026, 16:37 BST
  2. Market engagement101 days ago
    17 Jul 2026, 23:59 BST

    As part of the pre-market engagement notice itself, please include the following:

    The Framework Terms and Conditions have been updated to reflect the requirements of the Procurement Act 2023, replacing the previous version,

    As part of this update, we have adopted the NHSE Combined Supply of Goods and Provision of Services Terms and Conditions for open frameworks. These standard terms were not available when the original Workforce Technology Systems Framework procurement was undertaken in 2025.

    In addition to aligning the documentation with the Procurement Act 2023, we have undertaken a comprehensive review of the Framework Agreement and Call-off Agreement to simplify the contractual requirements for both customers and suppliers, remove duplication, and strengthen a number of key provisions. This includes removing obligations relating to areas that are outside the scope of the Workforce Technology Systems Framework (for example, Life Sciences) and streamlining certain operational requirements.

    For example, removal of obligations for things which aren’t even in the scope of workforce technology systems e.g. Life Sciences. Also, by example it would be no longer necessary to provide an individual Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCDR) plan as contracting authorities can use the plan submitted at framework level (unless you agree otherwise with the customer and wish to use the optional schedule).

    The review has also removed duplication between the Framework Agreement and the Call-off Agreement to improve clarity, eliminate the potential for conflicting provisions, and ensure that core contractual obligations are established at framework level, providing greater consistency and protection for both suppliers and customers.

    This work has been undertaken in collaboration with Mills & Reeve, who developed the Government Commercial Function (GCF) framework and call-off templates for procurements conducted under the Procurement Act 2023.

    Please note that, following completion of the annual framework reopening process, the updated Framework Agreement and Call-off Terms and Conditions, including the revised modern slavery provisions, will apply to both existing suppliers and newly appointed suppliers.

    Appendix 6 WTS Framework Agreement NEW VERSION

    Appendix 7 - WTS Call-Off Terms and Conditions v3

    These documents can be found on the Atamis Portal:

    1. Log in to the Atamis portal: atamis-1928.my.site.com ↗
    2. Select Find Opportunities
    3. Search for Project ID: C447982

    If you have any queries regarding these changes, please submit your questions via the procurement portal, during this pre-market engagement window which will close on Friday 17th July

  3. Next notice expected98 days ago
    20 Jul 2026, 23:59 BST
  4. Tender notice published76 days ago
    11 Aug 2026, 17:28 BST
  5. Clarification questions by59 days ago
    28 Aug 2026, 17:00 BST
  6. Admission / appointment period ends38 days ago · period end, not a bid countdown
    18 Sept 2026, 12:00 BST
  7. Award decision expected by5h ago
    26 Oct 2026, 23:59 GMT
  8. Today
    27 Oct 2026
  9. Contract startsin 6 days
    3 Nov 2026

Notice history

7 events · 4 releases on Find a Tender · since 2 Jun 2026
  1. Preliminary market engagement notice published
    2 Jun 2026, 16:37 BST
    UK2
  2. Preliminary market engagement notice published
    8 Jun 2026, 10:35 BST
    UK2
  3. Preliminary market engagement notice published
    10 Jul 2026, 14:37 BST
    UK2
  4. Tender notice published
    11 Aug 2026, 17:28 BST
    UK4
  5. Status changed to active
    11 Aug 2026, 17:28 BST
  6. Procurement method changed
    11 Aug 2026, 17:28 BST
  7. Deadline published: 18 Sept 2026, 12:00 BST
    11 Aug 2026, 17:28 BST
Published amendments (2)

Description: Added some text to description to include Procurement reference number in the description. Reopening of Open Framework For Workforce Technology Systems (RM6387) for locally delivered Workforce Systems which seeks to continue to support the NHS Long Term Plan and People Digital Plan by providing a route to market for all software systems and digital solutions in use, to support the man…

Change made: The anticipated tender publication date has been amended to week commencing 20 July 2026 (previously stated as 29/06/2026). and Engagement Description Reason for change: The revised date allows additional time to review and finalise procurement documentation prior to publication. Re-inviting all suppliers to review the updated Framework Terms and Conditions and Call off Terms and Con…

Routine re-releases (4)
  • 2026-06: 1 release · 2 Jun 2026

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Contracting authorityPublic authority - central government GB-PPON: PDZC-6438-DGPX Great Maze Pond, London, London, SE1 9RTContact email

Official documents & specifications (4)

Official links; attachments are not copied

Notices published for this procedure