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title: "The Provision of a Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) and a Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA) Solution Framework Agreement"
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buyer: "WHITTINGTON HEALTH NHS TRUST"
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# The Provision of a Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) and a Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA) Solution Framework Agreement

Buyer: WHITTINGTON HEALTH NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-048bd6

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Provision of a Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) and Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA) Solution Framework Agreement has been carried out by Partners Procurement Service (PPS) on behalf of the North Central London Integrated Care System (NCL ICS) Imaging Network. This includes several prominent healthcare trusts, such as Great Ormond Street Hospital, Moorfields Eye Hospital, and University College London Hospitals. The procurement falls under the 'goods' category for an imaging and archiving system, with Whittington Health NHS Trust acting as the buyer. The process, initiated via an open procedure, was completed with an award given to Sectra Limited. The contract, valued at £15,600,000, was signed on 28th November 2025 and will run for an initial duration of five years with an option to extend for up to three additional years. The geographic focus is primarily London, UK, providing substantial opportunity for service delivery within the medical imaging sector.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth, particularly for companies specialising in medical imaging technologies and archiving systems. With a framework agreement spanning up to eight years, businesses can leverage long-term commitment and financial investment in these vital healthcare services. SMEs with expertise in delivering high-quality imaging solutions that meet social value and commercial criteria are well-positioned to compete. The involvement of esteemed institutions within the NCL ICS network further amplifies the potential for establishing strategic collaborations and enhancing service delivery in the healthcare domain. Companies aiming to provide innovative technologies and support integration within existing healthcare systems stand to benefit greatly from participating in such procurement processes.

## Notice

Partners Procurement Service ("PPS") on behalf of North Central London Integrated Care System (NCL ICS) Imaging Network (Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children NHS Foundation Trust, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust, Royal, Free London NHS Foundation Trust, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Whittington Health NHS Trust), herein referred to as ImageWise is issued an Invitation to Tender ("ITT") in connection with a competitive procurement to establish a Framework Agreement for the Provision of a Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) and a Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA) solution across NCL providers via an Open Procedure.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Partners Procurement Service ("PPS") on behalf of North Central London Integrated Care System (NCL ICS) Imaging Network (Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children NHS Foundation Trust, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust, Royal, Free London NHS Foundation Trust, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Whittington Health NHS Trust), herein referred to as ImageWise is issued an Invitation to Tender ("ITT") in connection with a competitive procurement to establish a Framework Agreement for the Provision of a Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) and a Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA) solution across NCL providers via an Open Procedure.

Options: The duration of the services is anticipated to be for five (5) years with the option to extend for up to three (3) years (2+1). Whilst ImageWise is conscious that the maximum term of a framework agreement awarded under the PCR is usually four years, exceptional circumstances apply in respect of the PACS service which justify the award of an eight-year framework. Substantial investments are required for acquiring the service and the extensive time will be required for the supplier to mobilise and implement a PACS service effectively. This extended timeframe ensures adequate return on investment and supports the stable, long-term operation necessary for successful deployment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030937-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £15,600,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WHITTINGTON HEALTH NHS TRUST |
| Additional buyers | PARTNERS PROCUREMENT SERVICE (PPS); WHITTINGTON HEALTH |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North London |
| Postcode | N19 5NF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington |
| Local authority | Islington |
| Electoral ward | Junction |
| Westminster constituency | Islington North |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SECTRA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48329000 - Imaging and archiving system

## Release History

- 2 Apr 2026 at 13:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030937-2026
- 25 Sep 2024 at 11:39 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030595-2024
- 5 Sep 2024 at 10:33 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028392-2024
- 16 Aug 2024 at 16:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026228-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nhspps.uk
- http://www.sectra.com
- http://www.whittington.nhs.uk/
- https://suppliers.multiquote.com
- https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/

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