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Healthcare Communications Annual Support and Monthly usage fees

DORSET HEALTHCARE UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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18 Feb 2026 at 10:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust involves the provision of Healthcare Communications Annual Support and Monthly Usage Fees. This contract pertains to the telecommunications services industry, specifically targeting services that include support and licence fee renewal over a period from 15th December 2025 to 14th December 2026. Located in Poole, United Kingdom, the procurement stage is in the 'Award' phase. The award was made on 18th February 2026, with the supplier being Healthcare Communications UK Limited. The procurement method for this contract was direct, executed below the threshold and without competition, therefore simplifying the procurement process.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in telecommunications services, particularly those that can provide comprehensive support and administrative solutions within healthcare systems. Companies with the expertise to facilitate seamless communication processes and maintain robust service delivery are well-positioned to capitalise on similar future opportunities. The successful completion of this contract highlights the potential for business growth in aligning with healthcare institutions for service provisions, as evidenced by the involvement of Healthcare Communications UK Limited, a large-scale supplier in this field.

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Notice Title

Healthcare Communications Annual Support and Monthly usage fees

Notice Description

Support and Licence Fee renewal 15/12/2025 - 14/12/2026 and amount for the usage we have

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0656c4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014626-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64200000 - Telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£26,152 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
15 Dec 2025 - 14 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DORSET HEALTHCARE UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Procurement Department
Contact Email
alice.march@nhs.net
Contact Phone
01202 277000

Buyer Location

Locality
POOLE
Postcode
BH17 0RB
Post Town
Bournemouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Electoral Ward
Canford Heath
Westminster Constituency
Mid Dorset and North Poole

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HEALTHCARE COMMUNICATIONS

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