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title: "Pathology iLab Hardware Infrastructure Replacement"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST"
published: "2026-07-09"
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# Pathology iLab Hardware Infrastructure Replacement

Buyer: NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-61923d8d-6f52-42e4-99a4-9d612df65fd8

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## Summary

The recent procurement process initiated by Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust pertains to the "Pathology iLab Hardware Infrastructure Replacement" project. This involves the supply, installation, and support of server, storage, networking, and backup hardware, including software licences and maintenance services for the hospital's Pathology iLab environment. The process was conducted using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and falls under the "Computer equipment and supplies" industry category. The contract was awarded on the 19th of March 2026 to SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES PLC, with a project value of £162,500.39. The associated contract period runs from 27th February 2026 until 27th February 2029, with the delivery location specified as Northampton, East Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for companies involved in supplying and supporting hardware infrastructure and services for the healthcare sector. While the procurement process is selective, businesses that specialise in IT solutions for hospitals and have prior experience working within framework agreements would find this contract particularly advantageous for growth. Large-scale enterprises with the capability to deliver comprehensive IT infrastructure projects may benefit from exploring similar opportunities as this awarded contract illustrates demand within the public healthcare sector, opening pathways for future engagements and collaborations.

## Notice

Supply, installation and support of server, storage, networking and backup hardware to support the Pathology iLab environment at Northampton General Hospital, including associated software licences and maintenance services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2389ea27-a139-4536-abb0-d60f71013a7b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 Feb 2026 - 27 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £162,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £162,500 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 5BD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Delapre and Rushmere |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 9 Jul 2026 at 13:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2389ea27-a139-4536-abb0-d60f71013a7b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2389ea27-a139-4536-abb0-d60f71013a7b
  9th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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