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title: "WAN-LAN Data Access Services"
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# WAN-LAN Data Access Services

Buyer: NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dbbe7a79-9c9f-412f-abfb-c1c2662fa3bc

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## Summary

The procurement process for WAN-LAN Data Access Services was initiated by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), aimed at improving internet connectivity and secure access to HSCN for its sites in Manchester and London. The contract was awarded to Virgin Media Business Limited on 10th February 2026, with a publication date of 20th March 2026. The procurement falls under the category of installation services of line telephony equipment and involves a contract period starting from 24th February 2026 to 31st July 2029, covering locations in the North West and London, United Kingdom. This was completed through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from the CCS Framework RM6116, focusing on Network Services - Lot 1a & Lot 2a. The tender value is £218,834.55, emphasising services to enhance wireless infrastructure within NICE’s Manchester office.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in resilient internet solutions and wireless infrastructure upgrades. SMEs are particularly positioned to benefit from this selective procurement process, offering tailored services that align with modern device requirements. Companies experienced in handling large-scale telephony equipment installations and possessing robust network capabilities will find this contract suited to their expertise. The framework agreement approach provides a structured pathway for firms to innovate and deliver high-performance communication solutions across the specified regions.

## Notice

NICE requires a supplier to deliver resilient internet connectivity and secure access to HSCN for its two sites in Manchester and London. There is also options for upgrading the wireless infrastructure within the Manchester office to ensure improved performance, coverage and support for modern device requirements. Application via the CCS Framework RM6116 for the provision of Network Services - Lot 1a & Lot 2a.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f22a1757-d84c-41b3-9e6d-317d667e3578 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 24 Feb 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £218,834 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £218,834 |
| 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 | NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England), TLI London |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 51340000 - Installation services of line telephony equipment

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2026 at 17:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f22a1757-d84c-41b3-9e6d-317d667e3578

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f22a1757-d84c-41b3-9e6d-317d667e3578
  20th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/15ba5f97-50e1-4201-9bea-3a40a5620d3a
  Redacted awarded contract

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