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Unified Communication

MERSEY CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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01 Jun 2026 at 09:32

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Summary of the contracting process

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust has completed a procurement process to implement and support a modern Unified Communication (UC) system, intended to replace the current communication infrastructure across the trust. This tender is classified under the telecommunications network industry and falls within the 'goods' category. The procurement process was conducted under the Public Contract Regulations (PCR) 2015, aligned with the Crown Commercial Service Framework: Network Services 3 Framework, Lot 4b, using a limited procurement method without prior publication of a call for competition. Located in Liverpool, United Kingdom (region UKD7), the contract was awarded to the supplier, Conscia Group UK Ltd, on 1st June 2026, with a contract value of £1,234,858.

Businesses in the telecommunications sector, particularly those that specialise in delivering UC solutions, could find similar opportunities appealing as they evolve existing infrastructures to meet dynamic healthcare demands. Although the process was limited, it underscores the importance of being registered on relevant frameworks that facilitate such procurements. Companies capable of providing cutting-edge telecommunications solutions, particularly those with experience in healthcare settings, are well-positioned to compete in similar tenders. The awarded contract highlights the growing demand for modern communication solutions that can transform healthcare efficiency and service delivery.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Unified Communication

Notice Description

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust procured the implementation, and support of a modern Unified Communication (UC) system to replace the existing communication infrastructure across the trust that meets the demands of a dynamic healthcare environment.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Trust has conducted a procurement process under the Public Contract Regulations (PCR) 2015 in accordance with the Crown Commercial Service Framework: Network Services 3 Framework, Lot 4b for a Unified Communication Solution

Procurement Information

The Trust has conducted a procurement process under the Public Contract Regulations (PCR) 2015 in accordance with the Crown Commercial Service Framework: Network Services 3 Framework, Lot 4b

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a9f8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051240-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

CPV Codes

32412100 - Telecommunications network

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,234,858 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20263 days ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEY CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L34 1PJ
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLD7 Merseyside
Local Authority
Knowsley
Electoral Ward
St Michaels
Westminster Constituency
Knowsley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONSCIA GROUP

Further Information

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