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Pathology iLab Hardware Infrastructure Replacement

NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

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09 Jul 2026 at 13:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process initiated by Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust pertains to the "Pathology iLab Hardware Infrastructure Replacement" project. This involves the supply, installation, and support of server, storage, networking, and backup hardware, including software licences and maintenance services for the hospital's Pathology iLab environment. The process was conducted using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and falls under the "Computer equipment and supplies" industry category. The contract was awarded on the 19th of March 2026 to SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES PLC, with a project value of £162,500.39. The associated contract period runs from 27th February 2026 until 27th February 2029, with the delivery location specified as Northampton, East Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for companies involved in supplying and supporting hardware infrastructure and services for the healthcare sector. While the procurement process is selective, businesses that specialise in IT solutions for hospitals and have prior experience working within framework agreements would find this contract particularly advantageous for growth. Large-scale enterprises with the capability to deliver comprehensive IT infrastructure projects may benefit from exploring similar opportunities as this awarded contract illustrates demand within the public healthcare sector, opening pathways for future engagements and collaborations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Pathology iLab Hardware Infrastructure Replacement

Notice Description

Supply, installation and support of server, storage, networking and backup hardware to support the Pathology iLab environment at Northampton General Hospital, including associated software licences and maintenance services.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-61923d8d-6f52-42e4-99a4-9d612df65fd8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2389ea27-a139-4536-abb0-d60f71013a7b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£162,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£162,500 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
27 Feb 2026 - 27 Feb 2029 3-4 years
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
NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 5BD
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Delapre and Rushmere
Westminster Constituency
Northampton South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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