Deadline for tender submission: Wednesday 24th September at 12:00pm
This Prior Information Notice is being used as a call for competition under Regulation 48(5) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.
This procurement is being conducted as a Further Competition under the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Network Services 3 Framework - Lot 2a (Local Connectivity Services). - https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6116:2a/lot-suppliers
Only suppliers appointed to Lot 2a of the CCS Network Services 3 Framework are eligible to participate.
Framework suppliers must access the competition documentation via the BWPC SAP Ariba platform.
1. Introduction to BWPC and How to Do Business
The Bristol & Weston NHS Purchasing Consortium (BWPC) is a collaborative procurement organisation serving NHS Trusts across the region. BWPC supports strategic sourcing and procurement activities, ensuring value for money and compliance with public sector regulations.
BWPC shall issue the Invitation to Further Competition via the SAP Ariba e-procurement platform, using the email addresses registered by suppliers on the CCS Network Services 3 Framework (Lot 2a). Eligible suppliers shall receive an automated invitation to participate in the competition, enabling access to the portal and initiation of the e-procurement process.
Please note: This opportunity is strictly limited to suppliers appointed to Lot 2a of the CCS Network Services 3 Framework. Suppliers not listed on the framework are not eligible to participate and should not submit enquiries regarding bidding.
Suppliers interested in doing business with BWPC must be registered on the SAP Ariba e-procurement platform, which facilitates secure and transparent tendering processes. Guidance on registration and access is available via the BWPC supplier portal: https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/bristol-weston-nhs-purchasing-consortium/supplier-sap-business-network
2. UHBW's Digital Strategy and the Role of Network Replacement
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is committed to delivering a modern, digitally enabled healthcare environment. The Trust's Five-Year Digital Strategy outlines a vision for integrated, intelligent systems that empower clinicians and improve patient outcomes.
The Enterprise Network Replacement Programme is a foundational enabler of this strategy, ensuring resilient, secure, and high-performance connectivity across all UHBW sites.
For more info, please review: https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/assets/1/uhbw_five_year_digital_strategy_published.pdf
3. Strategic Context - Bristol NHS Group
UHBW is part of the Bristol NHS Group, a collaborative initiative between local NHS organisations to deliver joined-up care across the region. The network replacement programme aligns with the Group's long-term goals and more information can be found: https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/p/about-us/bristol-nhs-group
4. Procurement Route and Eligibility
This procurement is being conducted as a Further Competition under the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Network Services 3 Framework - Lot 2a (Local Connectivity Services).
Please note: This opportunity is strictly limited to suppliers appointed to Lot 2a of the CCS Network Services 3 Framework. Suppliers not listed on the framework are not eligible to participate and should not submit enquiries regarding bidding.
This Prior Information Notice is being used as a call for competition under Regulation 48(5) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. No further contract notice will be published. Interested suppliers must express interest via the BWPC SAP Ariba platform.
5. Key Dates and Information
Estimated contract value: £24,500,000
Contract duration: 7 years with the option to extend a further 3 years
Deadline for tender submission: Wednesday 24th September at 12:00pm
Anticipated contract start date: 1st April 2026
Contact point for enquiries: [email protected]