---
title: "BT Smart Msesaging (Soprano)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066e81"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066e81.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-03-19"
---

# BT Smart Msesaging (Soprano)

Buyer: EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066e81

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust, involved the engagement of services in the electronic messaging industry, specifically for BT Smart Messaging (Soprano). The procurement category was services, with the location designated as UKH14 (Colchester), United Kingdom. This process was conducted through a limited procurement method, specifically as an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, under a framework agreement RM6116. The procurement stage was at the award stage, with the contract signed on 26th January 2026, valued at £114,900 GBP. BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY was awarded the contract, which was associated with electronic message services. The tender was concluded without competition, falling outside the scope application of the directive.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for large businesses in the communications and technology sector, particularly those specialising in electronic message and information services. The tender's direct award method suggests that similar future opportunities may arise for businesses capable of offering competitive services within established framework agreements. Although the lot associated with the tender was cancelled, businesses with capabilities akin to those of BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY could find strategic growth by strengthening their position within framework agreements and building relations with regional health authorities like East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust.

## Notice

BT Smart messaging (Soprano)

### Procurement Information

Direct Award via Framework RM6116

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024997-2026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £114,900 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 5JL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Mile End |
| Westminster constituency | Colchester |
| Delivery location | TLH14 Suffolk CC |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64216000 - Electronic message and information services
- 64216100 - Electronic message services

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2026 at 10:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024997-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bt.com
- https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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