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title: "Network Services - IPVPN and Cloud Connect"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d24bc10d-5d82-4823-8368-d0fef89db922"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST"
published: "2026-07-09"
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# Network Services - IPVPN and Cloud Connect

Buyer: NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d24bc10d-5d82-4823-8368-d0fef89db922

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## Summary

The Network Services procurement, titled "Network Services - IPVPN and Cloud Connect," was conducted by Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust, situated in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the industry category of networks, with a total contract value of £191,030.60. The process reached the award stage on 9th July 2026, with the contract awarded to Virgin Media Business Limited. This tender was managed through a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period spans from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029, ensuring a seamless three-year service duration for the hospital in Northampton.

This procurement opportunity presents an excellent growth avenue for large scale businesses capable of delivering IPVPN and Cloud Connect services. Businesses with a wide range of managed network services, particularly those experienced with public sector contracts and framework agreements, would have been well-suited to compete in this selective tender. Although the opportunity has been concluded, participation in similar tenders could provide significant exposure and establish substantial partnerships within the healthcare sector. Opportunities like these not only facilitate business expansion into public sector services but also enhance reputational assets through collaboration with trusted institutions such as Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust.

## Notice

Provision of managed network connectivity services including IPVPN and Cloud Connect services for Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e819289-77fb-45af-aaf8-9d9deb03c9bb |
| 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 | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £191,030 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £191,030 |
| 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 | VIRGIN MEDIA BUSINESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks

## Release History

- 9 Jul 2026 at 12:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e819289-77fb-45af-aaf8-9d9deb03c9bb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e819289-77fb-45af-aaf8-9d9deb03c9bb
  9th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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