Tender

2070 NICOR Consultancy Support for NHS Arden & GEM CSU

NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Tender

09 Mar 2026 at 19:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit has initiated a tender for "2070 NICOR Consultancy Support for NHS Arden & GEM CSU," seeking consultancy services for co-producing NCAP annual reports. The procurement falls under business and management consultancy services, employing an open procedure below the threshold. The project is located in Derby, United Kingdom, with a tender period closing on 7th April 2026 and contract execution from 1st May 2026 to 31st March 2027. Interested parties can register and apply through the Atamis e-sourcing portal.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for UK-based consultancy firms adept at business and management services, particularly those specialising in healthcare audits and analytical services. Ideal businesses would need to demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Power BI and possess knowledge of clinical reference materials, making SMEs best suited for this opportunity. By contributing to the NHS's annual reports, businesses can enhance their portfolio and potentially secure further consultancy projects within the health sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2070 NICOR Consultancy Support for NHS Arden & GEM CSU

Notice Description

Provision of NICOR Consultancy Support for NHS Arden & GEM CSU. We are seeking a UK-based organisation to provide consultancy services relating to the co-production of the NCAP annual reports. The successful supplier will be required to undertake a detailed analysis of the work required to support the audit programme, including reading and gaining an in-depth understanding of the care provided by the individual sub-specialty domains of the NCAP, the quality improvement metrics used, the analytical outputs, and the methods used to provide these. The supplier should demonstrate they are adept at the use of graphics packages and especially the use of those available through Microsoft Power BI. The supplier should demonstrate a knowledge of key clinical reference materials and an ability to provide clear methods of messaging, summarising lessons learnt, recommendations and key messages. The supplier should demonstrate the ability of ensuring consistency with previous years' reports. The preparatory work will need to be undertaken ahead of the annual report delivery and the deliverables managed within the agreed time scales. To register your interest, please follow the link below, and search for the project reference as detailed: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome Project Reference: C429777 Project Name: 2022 NICOR Consultancy Support for NHS Arden & GEM CSU. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4bbd6814-1a7c-4c76-affd-853717b814c8
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47b9bc72-3726-4ea6-a204-adde01797bfa
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 3QT
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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