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DHSC: SC&I: DfL Decontamination Demand Modelling

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

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07 Jan 2026 at 11:09

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement contracting process, led by the Department of Health & Social Care (DHSC), involves the completion of a project titled "DHSC: SC&I: DfL Decontamination Demand Modelling". Specifically focused on professional services for demand modelling in medical equipment decontamination, this project falls under the services industry category. The procurement process is based in London, UK, with implications for both England and Scotland, highlighting the collaborative efforts between DHSC and the Scottish Government. The procurement method used is direct, characterised by below-threshold contracting without competition, and has reached the award stage as of 7th January 2026. The process is set to fully unfold between 19th January and 31st March 2026, offering a significant step towards developing a national decontamination infrastructure for medical products.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses, particularly those with expertise in design-modelling services and a vested interest in the medical and environmental sectors. The contract, valued at £100,000 GBP, has been awarded to Brighton and Sussex Medical School, a large-scale entity well-positioned to utilise its capability in sustainable practices and circular economy initiatives. Businesses that are SMEs and VCSEs, and those with an environmental and innovative focus, are particularly well-suited to engage with similar procurement opportunities, leveraging alignment with the Design for Life programme managed in cooperation with NHS partners across the UK.

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Notice Information

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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0600bf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000971-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency 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
Not specified

Notice Dates

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

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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

BRIGHTON AND SUSSEX MEDICAL SCHOOL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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