---
title: "Replacement Wide Area Network for LFRS"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06bc44"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LANCASHIRE COMBINED FIRE AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-06-24"
---

# Replacement Wide Area Network for LFRS

Buyer: LANCASHIRE COMBINED FIRE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bc44

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## Summary

In a recent procurement conducted by the Lancashire Combined Fire Authority, the contract titled "Replacement Wide Area Network for LFRS" has reached the award stage. This procurement falls under the IT services industry, specifically involving consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement process used a limited method without prior publication of a call for competition, in alignment with specific regulations. Although the tender status was marked as complete, the lot intended for competition was cancelled. The awarded supplier, The Networking People (TNP) Ltd, based in Lancaster, will provide the Wide Area Network (WAN) services, with the contract valued at £3,233,122.41. The award was signed on 15th January 2026, intended for delivery across various locations within the UK, with the project associated with the region served by the Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with expertise in network infrastructure and support. Companies that can align with the procurement criteria and possess the capability to operate within framework agreements like those established by the Crown Commercial Service could be well-positioned for future opportunities with the Lancashire Combined Fire Authority or similar regional bodies. Firms of various scales could explore partnerships or subcontracting arrangements with primary contractors, thereby capitalising on the growth opportunities within regional public services sectors. The nature of this procurement highlights a strong demand for robust and reliable technological infrastructure, beneficial for businesses looking to expand in public sector IT solutions.

## Notice

Replacement Wide Area Network for all LFRS sites

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Replacement Wide Area Network for LFRS via further competition

### Procurement Information

Use of CCS framework

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059462-2026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 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 | £3,233,122 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LANCASHIRE COMBINED FIRE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR2 3LH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | Greyfriars |
| Westminster constituency | Ribble Valley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE NETWORKING PEOPLE (TNP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 24 Jun 2026 at 13:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059462-2026

## Notice URLs

- https://www.lancsfirerescue.org.uk/

## Provenance

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