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Exploration of simulated data to inform HT evaluations

NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE

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12 Feb 2026 at 11:13

Summary of the contracting process

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, based in Manchester, is overseeing a contract titled "Exploration of simulated data to inform HT evaluations," focused on the Health sector. This process, located in the UKD33 region, has advanced to the award stage, with the contract pending signature as of February 12, 2026, and set to commence the following day. The project's duration extends until October 31, 2026, and encompasses services categorised under 'Research and development services and related consultancy services'. Notably, the procurement method employed was direct, under a below-threshold procurement approach without competition.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health technology evaluations and research consultancy, especially those adept in novel data utilisation to address health inequalities. Ideal candidates include large research-focused organisations, like UCL Consultants Ltd, the awarded supplier. The project requires proficiency in simulating data relevant to health technology assessments, paving the way for innovative solutions. Business entities seeking involvement in governmental healthcare projects will find potential for growth and the ability to influence health evaluation methodologies through this initiative.

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Notice Title

Exploration of simulated data to inform HT evaluations

Notice Description

Exploration the use of simulated data to inform Health Technology evaluations and address health inequalities (a case-study of how NICE could use novel types of data).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064ec1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012770-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£84,847 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
13 Feb 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE
Contact Name
Barney Wilkinson
Contact Email
barney.wilkinson@nice.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 3BN
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UCL CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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