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VMware Vcentre and Host Renewal

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Summary of the contracting process

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW), based in Eastleigh, Hampshire, has awarded a contract for VMware Vcentre and Host Renewal to Computacenter (UK) Limited. This procurement, classified under the CPV code 48000000 for software packages and information systems, falls within the goods category and will be deployed in England. The process was executed through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from the Crown Commercial Services' Technology Products & Associated Services 2 Framework. The tender concluded on 11th March 2026, with the contract period starting from 28th March 2026 and ending on 27th March 2027. The award was officially made on 26th March 2026 and published on 1st April 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software and information systems, particularly those equipped to deliver complex IT solutions within the healthcare sector. The involvement in frameworks like the CCS Technology Products 2 suggests suitability for established SMEs and social enterprises (VCSEs) eager to expand their footprint within public sector contracts. Companies that can offer robust software solutions and maintain excellent compliance with framework agreements are well-poised to benefit from such engagements, fostering business growth and increased visibility in the competitive IT services market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

VMware Vcentre and Host Renewal

Notice Description

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for VMware Vcentre and Host Renewal to Computacenter (UK) Limited. This requirement has been procured via Further competition through the Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Technology Products 2 RM6098 Technology Products & Associated Services 2 Framework - Lot 3 Software Additional information: NOTE: To register your interest in any future opportunities and obtain any additional information please visit the SCW E-Procurement Web Site at the link provided. https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c9f26c8e-4d68-4289-b171-88856aff6253
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0410540e-2bb7-490b-872d-3b6c2bdd9eaf
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£167,003 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£167,003 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
28 Mar 2026 - 27 Mar 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, HAMPSHIRE
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), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMPUTACENTER (UK

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