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title: "Pathology iLab Hardware Infrastructure Replacement"
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buyer: "KETTERING GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (KGH)"
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# Pathology iLab Hardware Infrastructure Replacement

Buyer: KETTERING GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (KGH)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aed87665-f550-4c52-bc12-71ca8f106b13

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## Summary

The procurement process for the project titled "Pathology iLab Hardware Infrastructure Replacement" was conducted by Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (KGH), located at Cliftonville, Northampton, United Kingdom. This tender focused on the supply, installation, and support of server, storage, networking, and backup hardware, along with associated software licences and maintenance services, to support the Pathology iLab environment. The procurement fell under the "Computer equipment and supplies" industry category and had a total value of GBP 162,500.39. This process reached the award stage as of 9th July 2026, following the completion of the tender period on 26th February 2026. The awarded contract spans from 27th February 2026 to 27th February 2029, with Specialist Computer Centres PLC appointed as the supplier. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement.

This procurement contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in computer equipment and support services, particularly those capable of providing high-quality hardware solutions and maintenance for healthcare environments. While this specific tender was awarded to a large entity, similar contracts could be well-suited for medium to large-scale businesses with expertise in IT infrastructure, especially those with experience in healthcare technology. Companies seeking to expand their portfolio in the healthcare sector and looking to collaborate with public hospital trusts like Kettering General Hospital may benefit from tracking and participating in similar future procurement opportunities.

## Notice

Supply, installation and support of server, storage, networking and backup hardware to support the Pathology iLab environment at Kettering 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/eb90679b-8ce6-428b-af90-f7a6c5a00b1c |
| 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 | KETTERING GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (KGH) |
| 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 13:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb90679b-8ce6-428b-af90-f7a6c5a00b1c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb90679b-8ce6-428b-af90-f7a6c5a00b1c
  9th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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