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DHSC: ARP: COTS3

AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "DHSC: ARP: COTS3" was conducted by the Ambulance Radio Programme, focusing on the provision of IT hardware and software to support ambulance service infrastructure. This contract, classified under the CPV code for hardware, covers locations across the United Kingdom, including Scotland, Wales, and England. The procurement was carried out using a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process has been completed, with the contract awarded on 8th January 2024, and the contract period commencing on 18th January 2024 and ending on 18th January 2026. This opportunity was valued at £4,900,000 GBP.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for companies specialising in the provision of IT hardware and software services, particularly those experienced in supporting critical infrastructure such as ambulance services. While the procurement was carried out through a framework agreement, businesses that have strong capabilities in delivering large-scale digital solutions and effective project management could find similar opportunities advantageous for their growth strategies. Large companies like INSIGHT DIRECT (UK) LTD, the selected supplier, are well-suited to meet the demands of such a procurement due to their scale and capacity to deliver comprehensive solutions across multiple regions in the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DHSC: ARP: COTS3

Notice Description

Provision of IT Hardware and Software in support of Ambulance Service infrastructure.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e942d905-6bac-4013-91b6-3e2d9ebe2033
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/433dda70-c2a7-4c79-a3ca-4f47bd5c7d9f
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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44316400 - Hardware

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,900,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jan 20242 years ago
Contract Period
18 Jan 2024 - 18 Jan 2026 2-3 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
AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME
Contact Name
Emily Lovewell
Contact Email
emily.lovewell@arp.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADLEY STOKE
Postcode
BS32 4QL
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
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), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Bradley Stoke North
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSIGHT DIRECT (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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