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PCREF Communications Video Strategy

NHS ENGLAND

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Award

26 Mar 2026 at 10:38

Tender

10 Feb 2026 at 11:40

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process involves NHS England as the buyer, seeking to execute the PCREF Communications Video Strategy, primarily targeting the health services industry. Located in London, United Kingdom, with the completion stage reached in March 2026, this contract involves the development of co-produced digital content to enhance understanding and implementation of the Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework. The open procurement method was utilised below the threshold, engaging in open competition. Key dates included tender submissions closing on 17th February 2026 and awarding commenced by 26th February 2026. The contract period extends from 5th March 2026 to 5th June 2026, valued at £40,500, with a possible three-month extension.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in digital content creation, particularly those versed in health communication strategies. The project is ideally suited for SMEs and those focused on social value, as the award criteria emphasise technical expertise and social impact alongside pricing. Businesses working on diversity, equality, and healthcare services could find this a lucrative opportunity to showcase their strengths and expand their portfolio by contributing to enhancing NHS provider practices through impactful content. Successful suppliers, like IC Works Ltd, demonstrate the potential for substantial growth, credibility, and collaboration in delivering this nationwide health-focused campaign.

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Notice Title

PCREF Communications Video Strategy

Notice Description

This work is for a national PCREF video campaign that uses co-produced, accessible digital content to share learning from exemplar sites and support NHS mental health providers in understanding, implementing, and embedding the Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework during its first mandatory year. Through explainer videos, case studies, and diverse lived-experience narratives, the campaign aims to drive workforce behaviour change, strengthen co-production, and improve racialised patient and carer experiences by translating PCREF principles into everyday practice.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064c39
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027768-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,500 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
5 Mar 2026 - 5 Jun 2026 1-6 months
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

IC WORKS

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