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Public Health Knowledge and Library Services from UKHSA - 2026

NHS ENGLAND

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04 Feb 2026 at 11:25

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS England has procured the "Public Health Knowledge and Library Services from UKHSA - 2026", concluding the award stage as of 4th February 2026. This procurement falls under the services industry category, focusing on health services, and is situated in London, UK. The procurement was conducted using a direct method without competition, as it was a below-threshold process. The contract, awarded to the UK Health Security Agency, was signed on 5th September 2025, and will be active throughout 2026, from 1st January to 31st December. This contract supports public health professionals by providing access to a wide array of library services and resources essential for informed decision-making.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in health services and information management systems by showcasing their capabilities in supporting public service missions. Organizations offering digital library solutions, e-journals, and training in information skills could find this type of contract beneficial for showcasing expertise and contributing to improved public health outcomes. The procurement highlights a need for services that support knowledge management and resource accessibility, providing an avenue for businesses that can deliver integrated health information solutions to engage with central government entities like NHS England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Public Health Knowledge and Library Services from UKHSA - 2026

Notice Description

The UKHSA library service provides comprehensive support to public health professionals and other senior leaders working in the NSHE through an extensive array of resources and expert services. Practitioners benefit from access to a vast collection of e-journals, e-books, and physical collections, ensuring they have the information needed for informed decision-making. The library offers skilled literature searching and precise information retrieval, along with document delivery and inter-library loans to quickly fulfill resource needs. Staff also receive support in copyright and licensing, as well as regular knowledge updates and tailored alerting services to stay current with the latest research. By promoting and facilitating access to these resources and offering training in information skills, the library service empowers NHS practitioners with essential tools to enhance patient care and advance their professional expertise.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0646b1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009876-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
england.commercialqueries@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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