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3CX Digital Telephony Services

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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13 Mar 2026 at 09:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit has completed the procurement process by awarding a contract to Softcat Plc for the provision of 3CX Digital Telephony Services. This procurement falls under the category of software packages and information systems, with the industry classification code 48000000. The contract was awarded through a selective procurement method, specifically a direct award via the SBS 10510 Digital Workplace Solutions 2 framework agreement. The contract commenced on 1 March 2026 and will continue until 28 February 2027, with services delivered across England.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses operating in the software package and information systems industry, particularly those providing digital telephony solutions. The procurement process prioritised select suppliers, providing a competitive edge to businesses able to leverage framework agreements, like small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with relevant offerings. The awarded contract, valued at £174,321.50, signifies notable business growth potential for companies engaging with the NHS and similar public sector entities. Softcat Plc serves as an example of the type of supplier well-suited to such procurements, leveraging its large-scale operations to successfully secure the contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

3CX Digital Telephony Services

Notice Description

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for 3CX Digital Telephony Services to Softcat Plc. This requirement has been procured via Direct award via the SBS 10510 Digital Workplace Solutions 2 framework agreement 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
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/570a79b3-1f3b-460c-b4d2-a6d38c2279f0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£174,321 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£174,321 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20265 days ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 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

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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