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title: "Mobile Phone Refresh"
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buyer: "NORTHUMBRIA POLICE"
published: "2026-03-19"
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# Mobile Phone Refresh

Buyer: NORTHUMBRIA POLICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-668993ee-f8c8-480a-a5dc-24584d6e1090

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## Summary

Northumbria Police has completed the procurement process for the "Mobile Phone Refresh" tender, focusing on the supply of mobile telephones classified under CPV 32250000. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. This tender falls within the goods category and is situated in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The contract period starts on 20 March 2026 and runs until 19 March 2027, with the award in the active stage as of 19 March 2026. Northumbria Police, located in Newcastle upon Tyne, served as the buying organisation, and Virgin Media Business Limited has been awarded the contract valued at GBP 347,432.

This procurement provides substantial opportunities for business growth, especially for SMEs, who are considered suitable for the tender requirements. The successful supplier, Virgin Media Business Limited, exemplifies large-scale operations, indicating that businesses with robust capabilities in telecommunications and ICT services could competently compete for similar opportunities. The contract supports businesses that can deliver comprehensive mobile technology solutions aligned with public sector needs, ensuring potential expansion into government frameworks and enhancing reputational standing in the industry. The decision to award and utilise a framework agreement underscores the importance of sustained quality and reliable delivery in public procurement processes.

## Notice

Northumbria Police require a mobile phone refresh.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3283b5a-efd2-4e64-9d25-cd4eb7109c67 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 Mar 2026 - 19 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £347,432 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £347,432 |
| 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 | NORTHUMBRIA POLICE |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 3PH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VIRGIN MEDIA BUSINESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32250000 - Mobile telephones

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2026 at 15:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3283b5a-efd2-4e64-9d25-cd4eb7109c67

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3283b5a-efd2-4e64-9d25-cd4eb7109c67
  19th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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