DHSC: TD: HDRS Corporate technical specialist data services MR

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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Award

16 Jun 2026 at 10:44

Summary of the contracting process

The contract titled "DHSC: TD: HDRS Corporate technical specialist data services MR" has been awarded by the Department of Health and Social Care in collaboration with the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. This tender, classified under the legal services industry with a Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) code of 79100000, is part of the Health Data Research Service (HDRS) programme, aiming to revolutionise UK health and care data access. Located at 39 Victoria Street, London, the buying organisation has completed the procurement process with an award given on 15th June 2026. The procurement method was selective, through a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract running from 18th May 2026 to 31st March 2027, valued at £250,000.

For businesses, especially those experienced in providing legal services at a large scale, this contract represents a significant opportunity within the public sector. While the procurement method was not open to SMEs or VCSEs, large legal firms could benefit from similar future opportunities as the HDRS programme continues to expand. Enterprises with expertise in handling complex data services and knowledge of integrating national-scale health data systems are particularly suited to compete in this sector. This opportunity highlights potential for firms looking to engage with governmental initiatives aimed at innovation and enhancement of public health outcomes across diverse global locations.

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Notice Title

DHSC: TD: HDRS Corporate technical specialist data services MR

Notice Description

The Health Data Research Service (HDRS) is the most ambitious programme of improvement for UK health and care data ever undertaken. Announced by the Prime Minister in April 2025 and supported by the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), HDRS is being established to provide a secure, single access point to national-scale health datasets for research, innovation and improved public outcomes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63ad5365-3569-4b3f-a8a3-fb7fa08286ec
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79100000 - Legal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 May 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MILLS & REEVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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