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Hugh's Report-MH Impact of Life-threatening Child Illness on families 2026

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)

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26 Jun 2026 at 13:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has awarded a contract entitled "Hugh's Report-MH Impact of Life-threatening Child Illness on families 2026" in the industry's research and development services category. This project, situated in England, seeks to generate a report on the mental health impact of critical childhood illnesses on families. The procurement process was selective, utilising a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The procurement stage has now moved to the award phase, following contract award on 26 June 2026, with an operational timeline ending on 31 March 2027. The total contract value is £216,540 including VAT.

The project represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social research services particularly those adept in providing consultancy related to mental health and family welfare. SMEs and VCSEs are especially suited to engage with this contract, leveraging their expertise to potentially collaborate with DHSC in future endeavours or similar projects. The success of this project could lead to advancements in policy shaping and expanded support for affected families, fostering potential for long-term business partnerships and development in the public health sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hugh's Report-MH Impact of Life-threatening Child Illness on families 2026

Notice Description

The contractor will deliver an independent written report on the impact that a childhood diagnosis of critical illness has on families. This work supports the government's wider commitment to expanding mental health and wellbeing provision under the 10 Year Health Plan, where identifying and supporting groups at risk is a key part of effective early intervention. The report (Hugh's Report) will generate a robust evidence base to inform policy decisions on how best to strengthen support for affected families. It will examine the mental health needs of parents, guardians and siblings, assess the availability and effectiveness of current support, and highlight where gaps or barriers exist so that future interventions can be better targeted. Key Deliverables 1. Identify evidence on the mental health impact of a critical illness diagnosis of a child on their families. 2. Determine what forms of emotional and psychological support affected families need. 3. Assess whether the needs and barriers for families of critically ill children differ from other groups with mental health needs. 4. Examine the cost, accessibility and effectiveness of existing interventions supporting these families. 5. Provide recommendations for: * Further research areas, data sources or data collection needed. * Practical, actionable next steps based on what works. * Improvements to existing support. Value of contract: PS180,450 exclusive of VAT, PS216,540 inclusive of VAT. Option to extend for 1 month.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5aa3aaf-5670-4ace-87f2-48bd2d967ab9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£216,540 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£216,540 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 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
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
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
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CENTRE FOR STRATEGY & EVALUATION SERVICES

Further Information

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