Non-Clinical Systems DPS
Framework Description
The Non-Clinical Systems DPS (NOE.0274) is NHS North of England's dynamic purchasing system for technology that supports the running of healthcare services rather than direct patient care. It is organised into categories that can be updated and expanded as new types of system and new suppliers come forward. The DPS runs until 18 February 2029 and accepts new suppliers while open.
Context & Use Case
NHS organisations use it to buy systems behind administration, finance and day-to-day operations. Buyers choose between two call-off methods: a full competition among relevant suppliers for complex requirements, or the Supplier Sourcing Tool for simpler purchases decided on price. That makes it practical for small software purchases as well as larger system replacements.
Scope of Services
Non-clinical technology systems for NHS organisations Systems supporting administrative, financial and operational functions Categories updated and expanded over the DPS term
Lots
See framework link
Who Can Apply
It suits software vendors, SaaS providers and system integrators whose products are used outside direct patient care. As a live DPS, it accepts applications while open, so suppliers can apply to join now and be added to the categories that match their systems.
Buyer Benefits
The two routes let buyers match effort to complexity: a quick price-based selection through the Supplier Sourcing Tool, or a fuller competition when requirements are complex. Because new suppliers and categories are added over time, trusts can reach newer products without waiting for a framework refresh.
Next Steps
Go to the NOE.0274 page on the NOE CPC site, confirm which categories cover your systems and complete the selection application. Have information governance, cyber security and data protection documents ready, along with NHS or public sector references. Once admitted, keep your pricing current, because Supplier Sourcing Tool awards are decided on price.
How Athena Can Help
Because NOE.0274 is an open DPS, Athena's DPS registration support can get you on quickly: picking categories, answering the selection and compliance questions and checking the application before submission.
Once you are admitted, our tender writing team helps you win full competitions with clear win themes and competitor scoring, and public sector pricing strategy keeps your rates for price-based awards through the Supplier Sourcing Tool competitive without giving away margin on licences or support.
