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Lived Experience Commissioning Support

NHS ENGLAND

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

25 Mar 2026 at 16:29

Tender

17 Jan 2026 at 12:35

Planning

16 Jan 2026 at 13:18

Summary of the contracting process

As of 25 March 2026, NHS England has completed the procurement process for a service titled "Lived Experience Commissioning Support" in the health and justice sector. This initiative, located in the East of England, aims to harness the insights of individuals with direct experience of the criminal justice system to improve related health services. The contract, which commenced on 23 February 2026 and will last until 31 March 2027, was awarded to EPIC Consultant Limited. The procurement method used was open competition, ensuring transparency and inclusivity. Key dates during the tender process included the submission deadline on 6 February 2026, with preceding enquiry opportunities until 28 January 2026. The procurement addresses the need for education and training services, classified under CPV code 80000000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in education and training services linked to health and justice, particularly those with a focus on industry-specific solutions. Companies able to offer tailored and responsive bids across various service areas including adult prisons, immigration centres, mental health services, and support for veterans and vulnerable groups, are well-suited to compete for such contracts. The framework utilised ensures comprehensive coverage of lived experience input, providing existing service providers and new entrants a chance to expand their impact and reach within the community. Opportunities exist for SMEs and VCSEs to engage with NHS England’s framework for the enhancement of public health services shaped by real-world experiences in justice settings.

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Notice Title

Lived Experience Commissioning Support

Notice Description

NHS East of England is procuring a Lived Experience Commissioning Support service to involve individuals with first-hand experience of the criminal justice system in shaping health and justice services. NOTE: This contract started on 23/02/2026 but was not fully signed until 20/03/2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0607a4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027516-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£48,424 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
19 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
23 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EPIC CONSULTANT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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