Tender

2070 NICOR Consultancy Support for NHS Arden & GEM CSU

NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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10 Mar 2026 at 12:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit, a public authority in central government, has initiated an open tender process seeking consultancy support services. This procurement is focused on providing consultation for the co-production of NICOR's annual reports and is categorised under Business and Management Consultancy Services. The opportunity is located in Derby, United Kingdom, and is part of the active tender stage. Interested parties must register their interest online by 7th April 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 31st March 2026. The contract, valued at £30,000, is set to commence on 1st May 2026 and will conclude by 31st March 2027.

This tender offers a promising opportunity for UK-based organisations, particularly those proficient in analytics using Microsoft Power BI and experienced in quality improvement metrics within healthcare. Companies specialising in consultancy with expertise in clinical reference materials and effective messaging are encouraged to apply. The process prioritises quality, heavily weighted at 90%, making it attractive for firms with established skills and experience in delivering high-quality consultancy services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suited, as illustrated by the procurement's emphasis on their involvement. Successful bidders will have the chance to contribute to enhancing NHS audit programmes and annual reporting, assisting them in expanding their professional portfolios and business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2070 NICOR Consultancy Support for NHS Arden & GEM CSU

Notice Description

Provision of NICOR Consultancy Support for NHS Arden & GEM CSU. We are seeking a UK-based organisation to provide consultancy services relating to the co-production of the NCAP annual reports. The successful supplier will be required to undertake a detailed analysis of the work required to support the audit programme, including reading and gaining an in-depth understanding of the care provided by the individual sub-specialty domains of the NCAP, the quality improvement metrics used, the analytical outputs, and the methods used to provide these. The supplier should demonstrate they are adept at the use of graphics packages and especially the use of those available through Microsoft Power BI. The supplier should demonstrate a knowledge of key clinical reference materials and an ability to provide clear methods of messaging, summarising lessons learnt, recommendations and key messages. The supplier should demonstrate the ability of ensuring consistency with previous years' reports. The preparatory work will need to be undertaken ahead of the annual report delivery and the deliverables managed within the agreed time scales. To register your interest, please follow the link below, and search for the project reference as detailed: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome Project Reference: C429777 Project Name: 2070 NICOR Consultancy Support for NHS Arden & GEM CSU.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066644
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021305-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 3QT
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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