Planning

Provision of Friends and Family Test (FFT) Surveys Service

KETTERING GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Planning

12 Dec 2025 at 11:33

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is currently in the planning stage for the provision of Friends and Family Test (FFT) Surveys Service, aimed at supporting the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group. This public procurement process falls under the industry category of survey services, with a total estimated value of £300,000. The procurement is an open procedure and is planned to conclude with the award by 27th February 2026. Key dates include the tender period ending on 19th February 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 6th February 2026. The service is intended for delivery within the UKF2 region of the United Kingdom.

Businesses with expertise in survey services, particularly those that cater to healthcare and public sector needs, will find ample opportunities for growth through this tender. The open procedure enables various types of enterprises, including SMEs, to compete for this contract, providing a conducive environment for businesses to expand their reach in the public sector. Furthermore, the contract period runs from September 2026 to August 2029, with an option to extend, ensuring long-term engagement for successful bidders. Engaging in this tender could enhance a company's portfolio and position it as a key stakeholder in healthcare service provision.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Friends and Family Test (FFT) Surveys Service

Notice Description

Provision of Friends and Family Test (FFT) Surveys Service for the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) NHS Group.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Optional extensions of 2 x 12 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f4a3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082381-2025
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

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

CPV Codes

79311000 - Survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Feb 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
19 Jan 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KETTERING GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

Contact Name
Alison McKenzie
Contact Email
alison.mckenzie4@nhs.net
Contact Phone
01536493406

Buyer Location

Locality
KETTERING
Postcode
NN16 8UZ
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Delapre and Rushmere
Westminster Constituency
Northampton South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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