Award

Mobile Phone Refresh

NORTHUMBRIA POLICE

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19 Mar 2026 at 15:49

Summary of the contracting process

Northumbria Police has completed the procurement process for the "Mobile Phone Refresh" tender, focusing on the supply of mobile telephones classified under CPV 32250000. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. This tender falls within the goods category and is situated in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The contract period starts on 20 March 2026 and runs until 19 March 2027, with the award in the active stage as of 19 March 2026. Northumbria Police, located in Newcastle upon Tyne, served as the buying organisation, and Virgin Media Business Limited has been awarded the contract valued at GBP 347,432.

This procurement provides substantial opportunities for business growth, especially for SMEs, who are considered suitable for the tender requirements. The successful supplier, Virgin Media Business Limited, exemplifies large-scale operations, indicating that businesses with robust capabilities in telecommunications and ICT services could competently compete for similar opportunities. The contract supports businesses that can deliver comprehensive mobile technology solutions aligned with public sector needs, ensuring potential expansion into government frameworks and enhancing reputational standing in the industry. The decision to award and utilise a framework agreement underscores the importance of sustained quality and reliable delivery in public procurement processes.

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Notice Title

Mobile Phone Refresh

Notice Description

Northumbria Police require a mobile phone refresh.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-668993ee-f8c8-480a-a5dc-24584d6e1090
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3283b5a-efd2-4e64-9d25-cd4eb7109c67
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32250000 - Mobile telephones

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£347,432 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£347,432 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 Mar 2026 - 19 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHUMBRIA POLICE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 3PH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VIRGIN MEDIA BUSINESS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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