Award

1963 - NECS - Secure Specialist Warehousing Storage 2026 & Associated Services

NHS NORTH OF ENGLAND COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

19 Mar 2026 at 12:08

Tender

28 Jan 2026 at 15:03

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "1963 - NECS – Secure Specialist Warehousing Storage 2026 & Associated Services" was initiated by the NHS North of England Commissioning Support Unit, located in Durham, UK. This tender falls under the services category, specifically targeting storage and warehousing services across the United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, with an award notice dated 19th March 2026. The contracting process has progressed to the award stage, and the contract period is set from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in secure storage and delivery services. The contract was awarded to InBond Limited, a SME based in Stockton On Tees, highlighting the suitability for businesses that offer quality and cost-effective solutions in the warehousing sector. The weighted criteria emphasise quality and price, giving businesses an opportunity to leverage their unique capabilities to meet the complex needs of NHS support units. This procurement process not only encourages competition but also ensures fair access for businesses across various regions in the UK.

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Notice Title

1963 - NECS - Secure Specialist Warehousing Storage 2026 & Associated Services

Notice Description

Provision of Secure Specialist storage, warehousing and delivery services for 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061110
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025126-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63120000 - Storage and warehousing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS NORTH OF ENGLAND COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Additional Buyers

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT (HOSTED BY NHS ENGLAND)

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 3YG
Post Town
Durham
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INBOND

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