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DHSC: CHC Data Sourcing and Analysis Procurement

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27 Feb 2026 at 10:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has completed the procurement process for the "CHC Data Sourcing and Analysis Procurement," focusing on IT software development services within the NHS Continuing Healthcare sector. This process was conducted using a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender was awarded to Edge Health Ltd, with the contract valued at £185,000. The procurement mainly targets services in the United Kingdom, marking its conclusion with the award published on 27th February 2026. The contract period spans from 2nd February to 1st April 2026, providing IT solutions to address inconsistencies in continuing healthcare provision.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in IT software development to leverage their capabilities in healthcare data analysis. Companies with expertise in creating data-driven solutions that improve healthcare outcomes and efficiencies will find this contract highly suitable. By engaging in projects like these, businesses can establish strong relationships with public health authorities, thereby expanding their service offerings and enhancing their position in the healthcare technology market. The procurement process underscores the importance of delivering innovative solutions that contribute to public health improvements and offers businesses the chance to participate in meaningful sector reform.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DHSC: CHC Data Sourcing and Analysis Procurement

Notice Description

NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) supports individuals with some of the most complex needs to live in the community by funding their adult social care needs. There are concerns that the existing approach to CHC does not deliver value for money in terms of outcomes for patients or the taxpayer, and that access to CHC is inconsistent and subject to unwarranted variation. Ministers have therefore commissioned work to develop reform options

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52ce8527-6c9c-41c4-a221-195eb8128dc1
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72212517 - IT software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£185,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£185,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 1 Apr 2026 1-6 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
DHSC
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS2 7PD
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EDGE HEALTH

Further Information

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