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PlanningUpdate

26 Jun 2026 at 16:44

Planning

22 Jun 2026 at 14:54

PlanningUpdate

09 Apr 2025 at 11:52

Planning

08 Apr 2025 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health & Social Care (DHSC) is in the planning stage of a procurement process aimed at engaging with procurement professionals and medtech suppliers concerning the Value Based Procurement (VBP) policy. This procurement falls under the medical equipment industry category and encompasses activities that will be conducted virtually. The process is located in London, United Kingdom, with market engagement happening through two webinars scheduled for the 8th and 9th of July 2026. Any interested parties should contact the DHSC for registration details. The focus is on providing critical industry information without any immediate procurement actions linked to this announcement.

This procurement process presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) in the medtech sector to connect with the Department of Health & Social Care. By participating in these sessions, businesses can gain valuable insights into upcoming industry trends and policy impacts, which can foster strategic planning and enhance market positioning. Companies that are innovative, adaptable, and capable of supplying medical equipment would particularly benefit from engaging in this opportunity.

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Notice Title

MARKET ENGAGEMENT: Value Based Procurement - Industry Presentation

Notice Description

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is seeking to engage procurement professionals and medtech suppliers to the NHS to spread awareness of the Value Based Procurement (VBP) policy. This engagement will be conducted through two virtual sessions, information for which can be found in the market engagement registration pack. Attendees will receive a short presentation from a Departmental official, followed by a Q&A session. ***If you would like more information, please email Commercialbusinesspartner@dhsc.gov.uk to receive a registration pack*** NB. There is no planned procurement activity relating to the publication of this notice.

Planning Information

Engagement will take place through two webinars, the first on the 8th July, and repeated on the 9th July. Participants need only attend one session. Further information can be found in the market engagement registration pack, please email commercialbusinesspartner@dhsc.gov.uk for more information.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fecb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060520-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
8 Jul 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Jul 2026 - 9 Jul 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Department of Health & Social Care
Additional Buyers

DHSC, London

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
Postcode Area
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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