Planning

Performance Monitoring of Breast Imaging Equipment

NHS ENGLAND

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Planning

05 Feb 2026 at 07:13

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, initiated by NHS England, focuses on the "Performance Monitoring of Breast Imaging Equipment" and falls under the health services industry. The central government organisation, located in Wellington House, London, aims to oversee and monitor the performance of breast imaging equipment used within the NHS Breast Screening Programme. The current stage of procurement is planning, with a planned contract period from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2028, and a potential extension until March 31, 2029. A market engagement notice was published on February 5, 2026, indicating the organisation's readiness to progress with the procurement process, and further communications are expected as of February 6, 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those equipped to enhance national oversight systems. Companies with experience in medical equipment performance, technology integration, and large-scale health service delivery are well-suited to compete. As NHS England is a central agency, participating businesses will likely gain extensive exposure and the potential for long-term contracts, fostering significant business growth within the UK healthcare sector. Additionally, the large contract value, exceeding £900,000, highlights the substantial investment and commitment NHS England is willing to make, thereby providing lucrative prospects for successful bidders.

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Notice Title

Performance Monitoring of Breast Imaging Equipment

Notice Description

National oversight and monitoring the performance of breast imaging equipment used in the NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP).

Planning Information

Conducted between February–May 2024 to support a mature commercial strategy. Included a mix of formal and informal interactions: RFI via Atamis, one-on-one supplier calls, and a supplier engagement webinar hosted by NHSE Screening Commercial Team

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064786
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010231-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£910,379 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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