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UK PharmaScan Redevelopment Discovery Phase

NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE

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17 Mar 2026 at 14:33

Summary of the contracting process

The UK PharmaScan Redevelopment Discovery Phase contract was awarded by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) for the redevelopment of UK PharmaScan. This contract aimed to revisit user information needs, workflows, user types, data fields, and reporting analytics related to World Wide Web site operation host services, classified under CPV code 72415000. The procurement process was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. Located in Manchester, UK, the contract spanned from 14th April to 15th August 2025, with the award announced on 17th March 2026. INFORMED SOLUTIONS LIMITED was appointed as the supplier, with the contract valued at £185,069.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specialising in web operation host services to engage with a reputed organisation like NICE. Although the contract has been awarded, businesses seeking future collaborations in similar service areas can benefit from understanding the requirements and procurement practices used. It highlights significant potential for SMEs with the capability to participate in framework agreements and selective tenders, even though the awarded supplier is not classified as an SME or VCSE. This could foster business growth and establish relationships with key industry players in healthcare service delivery technology.

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Notice Title

UK PharmaScan Redevelopment Discovery Phase

Notice Description

UK PharmaScan redevelopment discovery, to revisit user information needs, current workflow, user types, data fields and reporting and analytics.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-41a76a0a-cd7d-493c-86c8-f5813ca8c63b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eace4662-6df4-4540-bdb6-741bef95bce7
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72415000 - World wide web (www) site operation host services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£185,069 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£185,069 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Apr 202511 months ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2025 - 15 Aug 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 3BN
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INFORMED SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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