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NENC ICB GP IT Capital - Wireless Access Points

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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16 Jan 2026 at 08:22

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08 Jan 2026 at 14:09

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit has completed a procurement process for the provision of wireless access points, with the contract awarded to Specialist Computer Centres PLC. This procurement is on behalf of the NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (NENC ICB) and falls under the industry category of network equipment. The procurement was conducted via a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement through the Crown Commercial Service Technology Products & Associated Services 2 Lot 1. The contract period commences on 31st January 2026 and concludes on 30th January 2027, with the network equipment to be delivered across the North East region of the United Kingdom. The award was announced on 8th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of IT hardware, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as evidenced by the awarding of the contract to an SME. The procurement method and framework structure facilitate involvement from businesses in the technology sector capable of delivering high-quality network equipment. Companies with expertise in network solutions and technology systems integration are well-suited to such opportunities, enabling them to grow through engagements with public sector entities. Participation in future tenders of this nature can enhance a company's visibility and capability in large-scale public procurements.

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Notice Title

NENC ICB GP IT Capital - Wireless Access Points

Notice Description

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for NENC ICB GP IT Capital - Wireless Access Points to Specialist Computer Centres PLC on behalf of NHS North East and North Cumbria integrated care board (NENC ICB). This requirement has been procured via a further competition via Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Technology Products & Associated Services 2 Lot 1: Hardware and Software and Associated Services,

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d604dc60-e592-48a4-b606-9242ccfe6d23
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94b5abb2-2cfa-4f96-88e2-60e94b18bf08
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32420000 - Network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£129,853 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£129,853 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Dec 20251 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jan 2026 - 30 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
scwcsu.justaskprocurement@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EASTLEIGH
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)

Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

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