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Workforce Modelling

AIREDALE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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25 Mar 2026 at 09:19

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04 Mar 2026 at 09:42

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17 Feb 2026 at 14:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Airedale NHS Foundation Trust has initiated a direct procurement process titled "NHP Workforce Modelling" to support its New Hospital Programme. The procurement falls under human resources management consultancy services and is located in the United Kingdom, specifically in Keighley. Currently, the process is in the award stage with Carados Limited selected as the supplier. The contract, valued at £60,000 excluding VAT, spans from 4 March 2026 to 31 August 2026. The procurement method was below threshold and conducted without competition as outlined by UK legislation 2023/54.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses adept in workforce planning and consultancy services. Companies specialising in analytical and strategic planning within the healthcare sector would be well-suited to deliver such services. While the procurement process was direct and below the threshold, indicating limited competition, it highlights a robust demand for innovative and specialised HR solutions in government projects. Carados Limited, a small to medium enterprise, has leveraged its proprietary modelling system to secure this contract, showcasing the potential for growth in the consultancy field through unique offerings.

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Notice Title

Workforce Modelling

Notice Description

The supplier will use the Carados Limited proprietary modelling system to support the Trust's New Hospital Programme by delivering a structured five stage workforce planning process, including mobilisation, baseline workforce analysis, development of evidence based future state workforce scenarios, modelling of interventions and impacts, and production of outputs required for the Outline Business Case. This work includes stakeholder engagement, data analysis, modelling adjustments, scenario testing, and the development of a high-level transition plan, alongside documentation and handover of the workforce model. The service provides specialist analytical and workforce planning expertise to ensure a robust, clinically informed and financially aligned workforce model for the new hospital.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06562f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027125-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£60,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AIREDALE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

AGH SOLUTIONS LIMITED

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIEGHLEY
Postcode
BD20 6TD
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
Craven
Westminster Constituency
Keighley and Ilkley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARADOS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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