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DHSC: SC&I: DfL Decontamination Demand Modelling

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, as led by the Department of Health & Social Care, involves a contract titled "DHSC: SC&I: DfL Decontamination Demand Modelling". This initiative falls under the services category, with a focus on design-modelling services. The procurement is designed to support a national infrastructure for medical equipment decontamination in England and Scotland as part of a transition to a circular economy by 2045. The contract, awarded to the University of Sussex on 3rd February 2026, is set in regions across the United Kingdom, particularly impacting London and Brighton. The process employed a direct procurement method without competition, adhering to a below threshold standard. The scheduled timeline for contract delivery is from 3rd February 2026 to 31st March 2026.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large enterprises with expertise in demand modelling and sustainability practices in medical sectors. Firms capable of innovating within circular economy frameworks will find this engagement particularly beneficial, as the project aims to reduce dependency on single-use medical devices. Additionally, businesses that offer services in areas such as decontamination processes or supply chain resilience can leverage their expertise through potential future partnerships and to establish presence in disruptive, environmentally-focused health innovations. As a part of the government’s strategy to enhance a sustainable and adaptable healthcare system, involvement in this project could lead to further collaboration with NHS and governmental bodies across the UK.

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Notice Title

DHSC: SC&I: DfL Decontamination Demand Modelling

Notice Description

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and the Scottish Government, Directorate for Health and Social Care (SG) are commissioning professional services to design and deliver a robust demand modelling project for cleaning and decontamination of medical equipment and devices services in England and Scotland. This work will inform the development of a national decontamination infrastructure frameworks, supporting the transition to a circular economy for medical products by 2045. Within DHSC, the Medical Technologies and Innovation Directorate leads on ensuring the health and care system has a resilient supply chain of safe, high-quality products, achieves value for money, embeds sustainability, drives innovation, and promotes UK interests in global markets. The Scottish Government is responsible for the NHS Scotland Circular Economy Programme which as part of the wider Climate Emergency and Sustainability Strategy works to embed circular economy practices within the NHS, benefiting Health Boards and the wider Scottish Economy. The Design for Life programme is a flagship initiative to build a circular economy for medical products, with a focus on reducing reliance on single-use devices and supporting the adoption of reusable alternatives. The Design for Life programme is managed by DHSC and is operated in partnership with NHS partners across the UK, including NHS Scotland. This contract will be delivered by the Brighton and Sussex Medical School, on behalf of the University of Sussex as the contracting party.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0600bf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009365-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72242000 - Design-modelling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£83,330 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£83,330 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
3 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
Contact Name
Anila Kreku
Contact Email
anila.kreku@dhsc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX

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