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title: "Telephone Replacement"
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buyer: "OXLEAS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# Telephone Replacement

Buyer: OXLEAS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a7e3d18e-9f22-4d2e-8260-91e03a87cae1

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## Summary

The contracting process for the replacement of the current telephone system has been completed by Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, located in Dartford, United Kingdom. The procurement was for dedicated-business telephone network services, classified under CPV code 64214000. It was conducted through a selective tender method via a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period culminating on 1st January 2026. The award was made on 19th March 2026, with Virgin Media Business Limited as the supplier for the contract valued at £1,185,842.21. The contract period extends from 13th March 2026 to 12th March 2031.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in telecommunications infrastructure and services, particularly those adept at deploying large-scale systems in healthcare settings. While the contract is not tailored towards SMEs or VCSEs, large-scale businesses with established frameworks can leverage their capacity to meet the specific needs of health service providers. Engaging in such procurements allows providers to gain visibility and credibility within the public sector, promoting business growth in a vital industry category.

## Notice

Replacement of current telephone system

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/326761f1-fdb0-4b95-b1b7-04f3a8024f4c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 Mar 2026 - 12 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,185,842 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,185,842 |
| 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 | OXLEAS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | DARTFORD |
| Post town | Dartford |
| Postcode | DA2 7WG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway |
| Local authority | Dartford |
| Electoral ward | Maypole & Leyton Cross |
| Westminster constituency | Dartford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64214000 - Dedicated-business telephone network services

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2026 at 09:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/326761f1-fdb0-4b95-b1b7-04f3a8024f4c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/326761f1-fdb0-4b95-b1b7-04f3a8024f4c
  20th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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