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HQIP IT Managed Service Provider

HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PARTNERSHIP

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07 Jan 2026 at 11:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Healthcare Quality Improvement Partnership (HQIP) has completed the award stage of a procurement process for an IT Managed Service Provider (MSP) contract titled "HQIP IT Managed Service Provider." This procurement, classified under Computer Network Services (CPV code 72700000), involves a direct award via the YPO Supply of Network Connectivity and Telecommunication Solutions framework. It is valued at £243,775.20 and runs from April 2026 to April 2030. The main category is services, and it specifically targets delivery within the United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from an established framework, with the tender period ending in October 2025 and the contract award finalised by January 2026.

This contract presents a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in IT network services, particularly those able to provide comprehensive managed services within the UK. It is particularly suited for SMEs, as indicated by the suitability criteria, although the awarded supplier, Aspire Technology Solutions Limited, is a large-scale company. Businesses equipped to handle large-scale network connectivity and telecommunication solutions will find this contract beneficial for sustaining long-term growth and expanding their service portfolio within the public sector. The partnership with HQIP could facilitate further opportunities in the healthcare sector, enhancing visibility and reputation through collaboration with a reputable organisation.

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Notice Title

HQIP IT Managed Service Provider

Notice Description

Direct award via the YPO SUPPLY OF NETWORK CONNECTIVITY AND TELECOMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS 2 001229 Lot 5

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b9c2b97d-a3fd-41d4-b9db-156fe0d90985
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1bb91a7-9a2f-42e4-b75a-33a98869b420
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72700000 - Computer network services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£243,775 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£243,775 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
28 Apr 2026 - 28 Apr 2030 4-5 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
HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PARTNERSHIP
Contact Name
Jonathan Williams
Contact Email
jonathan.williams@hqip.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC1V 2NX
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASPIRE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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