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NECS - Digital Communications Platform

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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20 Apr 2026 at 10:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has completed the tender and awarded a contract to Granicus-Firmstep Limited for the delivery of a Digital Communications Platform. This procurement, conducted under Crown Commercial Services' G-Cloud 14 Framework, specifically Lot 2 for Cloud Software, is classified under 'Software package and information systems' within the CPV scheme. The contract covers services across the regions of North East, North West, and Yorkshire and the Humber in the United Kingdom, with a contract period starting from 12 April 2026 to 11 April 2027. The procurement method was selective, being a call-off from a framework agreement, with the award date published as of 20 April 2026. The total contract value is £18,563 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in digital communications platforms and cloud software services. SMEs, in particular, may find the procurement favourable, as evidenced by the suitability requirements. With the NHS actively seeking innovative technological solutions to enhance its communications framework, companies with expertise in software and information systems in the UK are well-suited to contribute to such contracts. This procurement not only provides a platform for showcasing technical capabilities but also facilitates potential business relationships with a prominent public sector buyer. The strategic focus on specified regions may offer additional benefits for local enterprises aiming to expand their footprint in public sector procurements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NECS - Digital Communications Platform

Notice Description

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for Digital Communications Platform to Granicus-Firmstep Limited on behalf of NHS North of England Commissioning Support Unit (NECS) (Hosted by NHS England) . This requirement has been procured via Crown Commercial Services (CCS) G-Cloud 14 RM1557.14 Framework (Lot 2 - Cloud Software).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64235eb5-6b9d-4a72-bfe5-1d4f7457f73e
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,563 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£18,563 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
11 Apr 2026 - 11 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EASTLEIGH
Postcode
SO50 5PB
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ35 South Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRANICUS-FIRMSTEP

Further Information

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