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Cancer Software Service

NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

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Award

10 Mar 2026 at 16:23

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Award

13 Feb 2026 at 10:51

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust for the service titled "Cancer Software Service" has reached the award stage, with Somerset NHS Foundation Trust as the appointed supplier. Categorised under the services industry, this procurement involves providing a comprehensive Cancer Management Solution primarily focused on database services. Located in Northampton, United Kingdom, the contract will commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2029, with an option for an extension until 31st March 2030. The procurement, via a direct award method, had a gross contract value of £274,938, reflecting the strategic decision to engage a single supplier due to technical reasons. Notably, a standstill period ends on 20th March 2026, indicating a pending award status intended to transition smoothly into contractual obligations.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare management solutions, particularly those equipped to offer innovative database services. The procurement is specifically designed for parties with the technical capacity to provide unique cancer management systems, minimising competition due to the technical specificity required. Businesses well-suited for growth in such a niche market are likely those already established as large-scale suppliers within the healthcare sector, demonstrating precise capabilities for public service missions and specialised software. Collaboration with public health institutions like Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust enables suppliers to expand their footprint in critical service areas, thus fostering significant commercial scale and reputation. This aligns with strategic growth plans for businesses in healthcare technology and data management, offering pathways to extended contracts and sustained partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cancer Software Service

Notice Description

Providing a total Cancer Management Solution Service

Procurement Information

The services can only be supplied by a particular supplier as competition is absent for technical reasons

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06539a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021486-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72320000 - Database services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£229,115 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 5BD
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Delapre and Rushmere
Westminster Constituency
Northampton South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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