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title: "DHSC: ARP: Tech Refresh - Server Software"
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buyer: "DHSC AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME"
published: "2025-11-03"
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# DHSC: ARP: Tech Refresh - Server Software

Buyer: DHSC AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f9ed9767-4c0f-44cd-8369-53d50c89480e

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## Summary

The procurement process for "DHSC: ARP: Tech Refresh - Server Software" was led by the DHSC Ambulance Radio Programme, located in Bristol, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the IT software package industry category and aims to purchase Data Centre software licences. The procurement followed a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The key period for this award was completed with the tender closing on October 30, 2025, and the contract period commencing on November 3, 2025, and ending on November 1, 2030. The award stage was recently published on November 3, 2025, and has an estimated contract value of £3.8 million.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the IT software sector, especially those experienced in delivering complex software solutions to healthcare-related entities. Large-scale enterprises, such as the awarded supplier INSIGHT DIRECT (UK) LTD, are well-equipped to capitalize on this opportunity due to their capacity to handle extensive contracts and meet the stringent requirements of a framework agreement. As the procurement is not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, larger businesses with robust infrastructures and resources are well-suited to pursue similar government contracts, thereby facilitating significant business growth and expansion within the public sector marketplace.

## Notice

This contract is for the purchase of Data Centre software licences.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/189db20b-a3a6-4c55-9102-af4d6a019dc7 |
| 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 | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Nov 2025 - 1 Nov 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,800,000 |
| 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 | DHSC AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48517000 - IT software package

## Release History

- 3 Nov 2025 at 10:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/189db20b-a3a6-4c55-9102-af4d6a019dc7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/189db20b-a3a6-4c55-9102-af4d6a019dc7
  3rd November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c8a73089-79c0-4b1f-99ba-e6283cb232e0
  RM6098 Call-off DHSC_ARP_Server_Software_v1.0 REDACTED

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