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Network Services - IPVPN and Cloud Connect

NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

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09 Jul 2026 at 12:37

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Summary of the contracting process

The Network Services procurement, titled "Network Services - IPVPN and Cloud Connect," was conducted by Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust, situated in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the industry category of networks, with a total contract value of £191,030.60. The process reached the award stage on 9th July 2026, with the contract awarded to Virgin Media Business Limited. This tender was managed through a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period spans from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029, ensuring a seamless three-year service duration for the hospital in Northampton.

This procurement opportunity presents an excellent growth avenue for large scale businesses capable of delivering IPVPN and Cloud Connect services. Businesses with a wide range of managed network services, particularly those experienced with public sector contracts and framework agreements, would have been well-suited to compete in this selective tender. Although the opportunity has been concluded, participation in similar tenders could provide significant exposure and establish substantial partnerships within the healthcare sector. Opportunities like these not only facilitate business expansion into public sector services but also enhance reputational assets through collaboration with trusted institutions such as Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Network Services - IPVPN and Cloud Connect

Notice Description

Provision of managed network connectivity services including IPVPN and Cloud Connect services for Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d24bc10d-5d82-4823-8368-d0fef89db922
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e819289-77fb-45af-aaf8-9d9deb03c9bb
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32400000 - Networks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£191,030 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£191,030 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 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

VIRGIN MEDIA BUSINESS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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