Planning

New Hospital 2.0 Demand & Capacity Modelling

AIREDALE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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PlanningUpdate

06 Jan 2026 at 14:40

Planning

01 Dec 2025 at 14:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Airedale NHS Foundation Trust is inviting tenders for the "New Hospital 2.0 Demand & Capacity Modelling" project. This procurement process is in the Planning stage, with the contracting method defined as an open procedure. The focus is on services within the categories of systems consultancy and research and development consultancy, under CPV codes 72246000 and 73200000, respectively. The project necessitates an understanding of demand projections and capacity modelling requirements across various regions in the United Kingdom. Key deadlines include the end of the tender period on 1 May 2026 and the award period concluding by 15 June 2026. The contract is scheduled to start on 1 July 2026, running until 30 June 2029, with the possibility of extension based on performance and requirements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in consultancy services related to systems and research and development, particularly those equipped to handle healthcare demand and capacity modelling. Companies with a capability to engage in interactive sessions and collaborate closely with trust stakeholders would find this project beneficial. In addition, firms classified as SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) are deemed suitable to compete, enhancing opportunities for smaller businesses to participate and potentially expand their market presence through engagement in large-scale governmental projects. Electronic submissions are encouraged, and all materials are accessible in English, ensuring wide participation.

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Notice Title

New Hospital 2.0 Demand & Capacity Modelling

Notice Description

A range of demand projections and modelled capacity requirements, scenarios and options, based on planning assumptions to be agreed with the Trust. Navigation of the NHP demand modelling process, mapping of outputs to local baseline activity and case mix, and conversion to capacity requirements. Interpretation of outputs with Trust stakeholders, and translation into functional content with health planners. Presentation of outputs to Trust and wider audiences and production of demand/capacity documentation as required, including business case sections and appendices. Contribution to activity-related workforce modelling and medium-term operational planning. As many interactive sessions as it takes to complete the work

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: the Trust reserves the option to extend the contract based on the need of the Trust, performance and cost which will be determined at the time.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ec10
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000720-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

72246000 - Systems consultancy services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 20263 months to go
Future Notice Date
1 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AIREDALE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Martin Needham
Contact Email
anhsft.procurementdept@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
KIEGHLEY
Postcode
BD20 6TD
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
Craven
Westminster Constituency
Keighley and Ilkley

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