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Provision of Rapid Winter Productivity Support (Phase 2)

NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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15 Jul 2026 at 12:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Rapid Winter Productivity Support (Phase 2)" was undertaken by Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, focusing on general management consultancy services in the healthcare industry, specifically targeting the Health and Care of Older People (HCOP) wards in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. This tender aimed to deliver interventions to improve the efficiency and efficacy of patient care during the winter months. The procurement method employed was a selective call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract value amounting to £637,140. The contract period spanned from 15th December 2025 to 30th June 2026, following the completion of the tender process. The stage of this procurement is "award," indicating the contract has been granted, with an award date of 10th November 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the realm of general management consultancy, particularly those that specialise in healthcare strategies aimed at enhancing patient care and operational efficiencies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in behavioural change and virtual ward optimisations are particularly well-suited to partake in such projects. Companies engaged in similar consultancy services can explore partnerships or prepare for future bids by leveraging the insights gained from the success of ImPower Consulting Limited, the awarded supplier, who played a pivotal role in shaping practical interventions and maintaining quality healthcare outcomes under challenging conditions. This demonstrates a robust potential for business growth within the public health sector consultancy market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Rapid Winter Productivity Support (Phase 2)

Notice Description

Phase 2 of the Rapid Winter Productivity Support provided by IMPOWER. The predominant focus of the work will be on delivering a range of interventions on all Health and Care of Older People (HCOP) wards, with a focus on reducing the length of stay, whilst maintaining good discharge outcomes. We will do this by focusing on changing behaviours on wards and supporting the optimisation of the virtual frailty ward (VFW). Additional information: Direct award using the ESPO Consultancy Services Framework - 664_25

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-52af08d9-8056-4a4c-b78d-5c887de45470
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6bc05eb-6c2f-4357-b889-7392929d3e04
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£606,936 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£637,140 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
14 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Nov 20258 months ago
Contract Period
15 Dec 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG5 1PB
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Sherwood
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IMPOWER CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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