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NECS F5 Big IP Virtual Edition Subscription Renewal

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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30 Mar 2026 at 13:09

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW), operating on behalf of the NHS North of England Commissioning Support Unit, successfully awarded a contract for the renewal of the F5 Big IP Virtual Edition subscription to Softcat PLC. This procurement process was classified under the software package and information systems category, procured through a selective method via the Crown Commercial Services RM6098 Technology Products & Associated Services 2, Lot 3: Software. The contract, valued at GBP 21,268.70, covers services across regions including North East, North West, and Yorkshire and the Humber, UK, with the contract period set from 1st May 2026 to 30th April 2027.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the software solutions sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as the framework agreement allows pre-qualified suppliers to bid for such contracts efficiently. Businesses that specialise in delivering reliable and innovative software solutions tailored for healthcare systems could greatly benefit from engaging in similar tenders. The focus on SMEs underlines a commitment to support the growth and competitiveness of smaller suppliers within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NECS F5 Big IP Virtual Edition Subscription Renewal

Notice Description

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for F5 Big IP Virtual Edition subscription to Softcat PLC on behalf of NHS North of England Commissioning Support Unit (Hosted by NHS England) . This requirement has been procured via Crown Commercial Services (CCS) RM6098 Technology Products & Associated Services 2 Lot 3: Software.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f38e1bb-b2af-4492-af87-6c6672ed4438
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£21,268 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£21,268 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

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