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Contract Extension - Public Deliberations on Health Data

NHS ENGLAND

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17 Sep 2025 at 13:32

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England has completed a public procurement process titled "Contract Extension - Public Deliberations on Health Data," focusing on research and development services and related consultancy. This contract, which fell under the industry category CPV 73000000, involved extending the delivery of a fourth cohort of engagements using the same methodology. The procurement stage is marked as 'Award,' with the contract valued at £379,390 and set in London, United Kingdom (postal code SE1 8UG). The contract period spans from 1st August 2025 to 27th February 2026, aligning with additional requirements stipulated in the modification under Regulation 72(1)(b). NHS England, located at Wellington House, London, acted as the buyer in this process.

This tender award presents significant opportunities for businesses offering research and development consultancy services, particularly those with a focus on health data engagement methodologies. It is especially appealing to SMEs like the awarded supplier, Thinks Insight and Strategy (Britain Thinks) Limited, which is adept at handling such niche contracts. The procurement method classified as "Other" suggests a tailored approach, potentially suited for firms capable of delivering specialised services without extensive competition from larger entities. Businesses seeking similar engagements with public health organisations could find inspiration in how this contract was strategically extended and awarded.

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Notice Title

Contract Extension - Public Deliberations on Health Data

Notice Description

Contract Extension. The extension enables the delivery of a fourth cohort of engagement using the same methodology. Modified in line with Reg.72(1)(b): Modifications for additional works/supplies/services where a change of contractor is precluded for technical or economic reasons.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8234161c-2544-4cc5-8e06-229259244d79
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddca8aa6-62db-4a2f-9a65-828c3d657524
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£379,390 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£379,390 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 27 Feb 2026 6-12 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
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THINKS INSIGHT AND STRATEGY (BRITAIN THINKS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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