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Provision of the ONE NHS Finance Service

NHS ENGLAND

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17 Feb 2026 at 09:30

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17 Feb 2026 at 08:59

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12 Feb 2026 at 11:39

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of the ONE NHS Finance Service" is managed by NHS England, located in London, UK. NHS England is acting as the buying organisation, commissioning the One NHS Finance programme for a duration of six months, with an optional three-month extension. The procurement method utilised is a direct award, justified by the need for continuity and compatibility with existing services, previously provided by Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA). This tender is classified under business and management consultancy services and it concerns the health and finance industry. The contracting period spans from 12 February to 30 September 2026, with a possibility for extension if the re-tendering process takes longer than expected. Relevant documentation was published on 17 February 2026, marking key award updates.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, especially for service-based organisations with expertise in consultancy and finance management. Businesses familiar with the NHS systems, including SMEs and VCSEs, may find this contract particularly lucrative due to the emphasis on continuity, skill, and experience necessary for the provision of the One NHS Finance programme. By directly awarding the contract to the HFMA, businesses indirectly associated or capable of collaborating with HFMA might see potential in extending their services through consultancy and training packages, aligning well with NHS England's strategic goals. Companies with a knack for developing programmes and events pertinent to NHS finance can anticipate increased demand for tailored solutions, fostering network building and recruitment support in the health and wellbeing sectors.

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Notice Title

Provision of the ONE NHS Finance Service

Notice Description

Commissioning of the One NHS Finance (ONF) programme for six months whilst NHSE tenders for a long term contract. This also includes an optional 3 months extension if re-tendering taking longer than expected. (6+3 months). This is a retrospective case, and the UK06 Notice is being published with today's date due to a system technical issue that prevents the platform from recognising the original retrospective date. It is also important to note that the contract has since expired, and a replacement case has been put in place and was procured compliantly. The actual contract start date is 01 April 2025 - 31 December 2025.

Procurement Information

The proposed supplier is the same entity that provided the original service. Therefore, we propose to direct award this requirement under paragraph 7(a) and (b) of Schedule 5 of PA23 (grounds under Schedule 5) for additional or repeat goods, services, or works. This approach ensures service continuity, as: * Incompatibility with Existing Services: A change in supplier would result in NHSE receiving services that are different from, or incompatible with, the existing ones. The proposed supplier has the technical expertise and tacit knowledge from completing the initial project. This knowledge is crucial for ensuring continuity and compatibility with the existing ONF services. * Technical Difficulties: The difference or incompatibility would lead to disproportionate technical difficulties in operation or maintenance. The proposed suppliers familiarity with the innovations and specific requirements of the ONF initiative means that switching to a new supplier could introduce unnecessary risk and technical challenges. These could disrupt the seamless delivery and development of the ONF services. In addition, continuity of service is essential for the oversight and delivery of training, accreditation, networks, recruitment support, health and wellbeing packages, and innovation/strategy work. This includes a comprehensive package of online delivery (website, online/in-person events, and staff support) overseen by HFMA staff funded by NHSE. Furthermore, awarding this contract to another provider would result in service disruption and additional costs associated with transitioning to an alternative provider. It would not be possible to immediately transfer these packages and the support offer to a new supplier without causing significant delays to the services provided for staff. The following elements would require review: Programme Owners, Training Documentation, Accreditation Workstreams, Staff Networks, Funding Models, and Internal/External Events. It is envisaged that any future re-tendering round would also require an interim handover period between suppliers, which is not feasible in 2025. Furthermore, any changes to the current arrangement may involve TUPE elements, which could not be implemented by 01/04/2025, along with the potential NHS England integration into DHSC. By continuing with the current supplier, we ensure that the ONF initiative remains consistent and effective, leveraging the supplier's existing knowledge and expertise to maintain high standards and avoid potential operational difficulties.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064ed1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014125-2026
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
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 Feb 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Procurement and Commercial Team
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

HEALTHCARE FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION (HFMA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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