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title: "Sussex CoIN Community of Interest Network"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e4c62bec-947a-4373-b108-59a8ed4c8b83"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST SUSSEX HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST"
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# Sussex CoIN Community of Interest Network

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e4c62bec-947a-4373-b108-59a8ed4c8b83

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Sussex CoIN Community of Interest Network was managed by the East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, focusing on enhancing network connectivity for NHS staff in Sussex. This contract falls under the IT services industry category, specifically involving consulting, software development, and Internet support. Located in St Leonards-on-Sea, the completion of this procurement stage was achieved through a selective call-off from a framework agreement, with key dates including a tender period ending on 2nd July 2024 and a contract running from 3rd July 2024 to 2nd July 2029. The final award was valued at £7,839,000, underpinning a significant investment in health service connectivity improvements within the United Kingdom.

This tender represents substantial business growth potential for large companies specialising in IT services. As awarded to British Telecommunications Public Limited Company, the contract exemplifies the opportunities available to businesses equipped to deliver comprehensive IT solutions and support frameworks. In particular, enterprises capable of leveraging existing commercial frameworks to expedite procurement processes stand to benefit significantly. Furthermore, collaboration with the NHS to support public health infrastructure signifies a lucrative opportunity to expand business influence in the public sector IT marketplace.

## Notice

The fundamental principle and cornerstone of the design is that all NHS staff in Sussex should be able to work from any NHS building (and partner organisations) and have access to the digitals resource to give the best level of care available. The Sussex CoIN provides network connectivity for all NHS staff based in Sussex which is key to healthcare delivery. Additional information: Framework used: Crown Commercial Services Framework RM6116

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0f1dd7a-0577-464a-ba4e-3a9fc5f12eeb |
| 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 | 23 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 2 Jul 2024 - 2 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,264,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £7,839,000 |
| 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 | EAST SUSSEX HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST |
| Locality | ST LEONARDS-ON-SEA |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN37 7RD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Hastings |
| Electoral ward | Conquest |
| Westminster constituency | Hastings and Rye |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PUBLIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2025 at 08:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0f1dd7a-0577-464a-ba4e-3a9fc5f12eeb
- 28 Nov 2024 at 14:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2022a932-676b-466a-a95a-3da99f19953f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0f1dd7a-0577-464a-ba4e-3a9fc5f12eeb
  23rd April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2022a932-676b-466a-a95a-3da99f19953f
  28th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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