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NexGen Knee Implant Independent Investigation (IPSI)

NHS ENGLAND

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20 Jul 2026 at 16:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by NHS England, focuses on the delivery of the NexGen Knee Implant Independent Patient Safety Investigation (IPSI). This project falls under the "Evaluation consultancy services" industry category and covers the location in England, United Kingdom, specifically accommodating services at SE1 8UG in London. This tender, executed via a selective procurement method as a call-off from an Independent Investigations Framework agreement, was in the award stage as of 20th July 2026. The awarded contract began on the same day and is set to conclude on 28th February 2027, involving a financial commitment of £81,635 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy and investigative services, particularly those able to undertake comprehensive system-level reviews with a focus on healthcare. The suitability criteria indicate a welcoming environment for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), enhancing the competitive landscape. Enterprises that can leverage their expertise in delivering detailed evaluations and recommendations to ensure patient safety will find this engagement particularly beneficial for business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NexGen Knee Implant Independent Investigation (IPSI)

Notice Description

The commissioning of an independent supplier to deliver the NexGen Knee Implant Independent Patient Safety Investigation (IPSI). Delivery is procured under the Independent Investigations Framework (Lot 5), with the supplier responsible for undertaking a retrospective, system-level investigation and producing a final report with findings and recommendations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a7b03981-a8eb-4d2e-902a-f9a73ade7eee
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68ea4ca9-0f4f-418d-8a10-94c12a5db6c2
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£81,635 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£81,635 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 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
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NICHE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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