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Group Network Services

HULL UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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26 May 2026 at 11:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Humber Health Partnership, comprising Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, has completed the award stage of its procurement for "Group Network Services." This contract, focused on the provision of network equipment, was awarded to KCOM Group Public Limited Company. The contract, valued at £3,000,000, follows a selective procurement method through a call-off from the YPO: Network Connectivity and Telecommunication Solutions Framework. The service will cover Wide Area Network (WAN) Services in the Yorkshire and the Humber region, UK. The contract period is scheduled from 12th February 2026 to 11th February 2028, reflecting the procurement's priority in the goods category of the industry, specifically under the CPV code 32420000 for network equipment.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the network services sector, especially those experienced in WAN services. Companies, including SMEs, specializing in telecommunications and network infrastructure can find growth opportunities by aligning with established frameworks like YPO. Engaging in such competitions allows businesses to form strategic relationships with major buyers such as the Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and broadens their service delivery to the regional health sectors. With an emphasis on framework agreements, companies with competitive offerings in network solutions can solidify their presence in public sector contracting.

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Notice Title

Group Network Services

Notice Description

This notice is being posted to inform of an award of a contract to KCOM for Network Services to be provided to the Humber Health Partnership (consisting of Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, and Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust). The award was made following a mini-competition under YPO: Network Connectivity and Telecommunication Solutions Framework. Lot 1: Wide Area Network (WAN) Services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/300328d5-d795-4b08-b3c4-1a93f9de864f
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

32420000 - Network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Dec 20256 months ago
Contract Period
12 Feb 2026 - 11 Feb 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HULL UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COTTINGHAM
Postcode
HU3 2JZ
Post Town
Hull
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Kingston upon Hull, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KCOM GROUP PUBLIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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