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title: "Contract for the Provision of HSCN Services to GP Practices for NHS Somerset ICB"
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# Contract for the Provision of HSCN Services to GP Practices for NHS Somerset ICB

Buyer: NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-97868881-9873-4ba6-b62b-4b01fe293452

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## Summary

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has completed the procurement process for the Provision of HSCN Services to GP Practices for NHS Somerset ICB, awarding the contract to GCI Network Solutions Ltd (T/A Nasstar). This selective procurement was conducted through a call-off from the Crown Commercial Services (CCS) HSCN Access Services Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Lot 1 HSCN Access services. The contract, valued at £1,236,847.60, commenced on 24 October 2023 and will run until 23 October 2027. The services will be delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom, specifically classified under network infrastructure (CPV code 32424000).

This tender opens significant opportunities for businesses in the network infrastructure sector, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive HSCN services. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are highly encouraged to look for future opportunities as they become available on the SCW e-Procurement Website. This contract exemplifies how participation in a DPS can be a strategic move for businesses aiming to expand their reach within the NHS network, especially companies that can deliver robust, scalable network solutions to support healthcare practices. Given the substantial value of the contract and extended duration, it offers a stable and potentially lucrative partnership for well-suited suppliers.

## Notice

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for for the Provision of HSCN Services to GP Practices for NHS Somerset ICB to GCI Network Solutions Ltd (T/A Nasstar) on behalf of NHS Somerset ICB. This requirement has been procured via Further Competition via Crown Commercial Services (CCS) HSCN Access Services DPS (RM3825) Lot 1 HSCN Access services. Additional information: NOTE: To register your interest in any future opportunities and obtain any additional information please visit the SCW E-Procurement Web Site at the link provided. https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80468afd-47e1-416b-941c-912f4ccb6e34 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Sep 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jan 2024 |
| Contract period | 23 Oct 2023 - 23 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,236,847 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,236,847 |
| 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 | NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT |
| Locality | EASTLEIGH |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO50 5PB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ35 South Hampshire |
| Local authority | Eastleigh |
| Electoral ward | Eastleigh Central |
| Westminster constituency | Eastleigh |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GCI NETWORK SOLUTIONS LTD (T/A NASSTAR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32424000 - Network infrastructure

## Release History

- 12 Nov 2024 at 16:42 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80468afd-47e1-416b-941c-912f4ccb6e34
- 26 Apr 2024 at 17:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80468afd-47e1-416b-941c-912f4ccb6e34

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80468afd-47e1-416b-941c-912f4ccb6e34
  12th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/fb62c154-0d4e-4cba-80e9-9c02e5066ae8

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

## Provenance

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