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title: "DHSC: ARP: COTS3"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME"
published: "2025-10-07"
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# DHSC: ARP: COTS3

Buyer: AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e942d905-6bac-4013-91b6-3e2d9ebe2033

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "DHSC: ARP: COTS3" was conducted by the Ambulance Radio Programme, focusing on the provision of IT hardware and software to support ambulance service infrastructure. This contract, classified under the CPV code for hardware, covers locations across the United Kingdom, including Scotland, Wales, and England. The procurement was carried out using a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process has been completed, with the contract awarded on 8th January 2024, and the contract period commencing on 18th January 2024 and ending on 18th January 2026. This opportunity was valued at £4,900,000 GBP.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for companies specialising in the provision of IT hardware and software services, particularly those experienced in supporting critical infrastructure such as ambulance services. While the procurement was carried out through a framework agreement, businesses that have strong capabilities in delivering large-scale digital solutions and effective project management could find similar opportunities advantageous for their growth strategies. Large companies like INSIGHT DIRECT (UK) LTD, the selected supplier, are well-suited to meet the demands of such a procurement due to their scale and capacity to deliver comprehensive solutions across multiple regions in the UK.

## Notice

Provision of IT Hardware and Software in support of Ambulance Service infrastructure.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/433dda70-c2a7-4c79-a3ca-4f47bd5c7d9f |
| 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 | 7 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jan 2024 |
| Contract period | 18 Jan 2024 - 18 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,900,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,900,000 |
| 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 | AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME |
| Locality | BRADLEY STOKE |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS32 4QL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Bradley Stoke North |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INSIGHT DIRECT (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44316400 - Hardware

## Release History

- 7 Oct 2025 at 09:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/433dda70-c2a7-4c79-a3ca-4f47bd5c7d9f
- 9 Jan 2024 at 12:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce47d7f0-d14a-4279-8429-60b7991b3715

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/433dda70-c2a7-4c79-a3ca-4f47bd5c7d9f
  7th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce47d7f0-d14a-4279-8429-60b7991b3715
  9th January 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2b9675b0-f1c3-4230-851a-a96a47e5c603
  COTS3 Digital Workplace Solutions Order Form v5 - accepted_Redacted
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5a5eaf1d-6d53-49f4-b9b6-b4f924259215
  COTS3 Digital Workplace Solutions Order Form v5 - accepted_Redacted
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9e67bc1e-3c92-4dee-88ab-e317ccd96588
  CR1451_Change_Authorisation_Note_REDACTED

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