Planning

Utilising FDP to enhance understanding of User needs for adoption in NHS Trusts

NHS ENGLAND

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Planning

09 Sep 2025 at 14:57

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS England is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the project titled "Utilising FDP to enhance understanding of User needs for adoption in NHS Trusts," within the health services industry category. As per the procurement notice dated 9th September 2025, this open procedure aims to conduct research to better understand customer needs and motivations across NHS trusts. The contract, valued at £50,000, will be located in Leeds, England, with service delivery expected from 1st November 2025 to 31st December 2026. Interested parties should note the future notice for submission will be updated by 15th October 2025. This is a significant planned initiative by NHS England to improve service adoption within healthcare trusts.

This tender offers an excellent opportunity for SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) in the health services sector to engage with a prestigious organisation like NHS England. The project requires expertise in research and user engagement, which will allow businesses specialising in these areas to demonstrate their capabilities and build a strong portfolio within public healthcare. Successful participation could enhance reputations, provide substantial research opportunities, and potentially lead to further collaborations with NHS trusts, thus fostering business growth and resilience in the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Utilising FDP to enhance understanding of User needs for adoption in NHS Trusts

Notice Description

RESEARCH OBJECTIVES To meet its adoption target, the programme needs to enhance its understanding of customer needs and motivations. This research will: Identify challenges faced by NHS trusts and explore how the FDP can address them. Assess awareness and understanding of the FDP among trusts. Explore attitudes and sentiment towards the platform, including perceived benefits and drawbacks.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b2500b4e-5440-4793-85fc-c01304714cc6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/096dc89e-4d83-4e67-8d9e-93df221e649d
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Dec 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
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
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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