---
title: "Cancer Software Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06539a"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST"
published: "2026-03-10"
---

# Cancer Software Service

Buyer: NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06539a

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust for the service titled "Cancer Software Service" has reached the award stage, with Somerset NHS Foundation Trust as the appointed supplier. Categorised under the services industry, this procurement involves providing a comprehensive Cancer Management Solution primarily focused on database services. Located in Northampton, United Kingdom, the contract will commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2029, with an option for an extension until 31st March 2030. The procurement, via a direct award method, had a gross contract value of £274,938, reflecting the strategic decision to engage a single supplier due to technical reasons. Notably, a standstill period ends on 20th March 2026, indicating a pending award status intended to transition smoothly into contractual obligations.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare management solutions, particularly those equipped to offer innovative database services. The procurement is specifically designed for parties with the technical capacity to provide unique cancer management systems, minimising competition due to the technical specificity required. Businesses well-suited for growth in such a niche market are likely those already established as large-scale suppliers within the healthcare sector, demonstrating precise capabilities for public service missions and specialised software. Collaboration with public health institutions like Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust enables suppliers to expand their footprint in critical service areas, thus fostering significant commercial scale and reputation. This aligns with strategic growth plans for businesses in healthcare technology and data management, offering pathways to extended contracts and sustained partnerships.

## Notice

Providing a total Cancer Management Solution Service

### Procurement Information

The services can only be supplied by a particular supplier as competition is absent for technical reasons

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021486-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £229,115 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 5BD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Delapre and Rushmere |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72320000 - Database services

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2026 at 16:23 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021486-2026
- 13 Feb 2026 at 10:51 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013294-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021486-2026
  10th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013294-2026
  13th February 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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