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14 Jul 2026 at 00:01

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17 Apr 2026 at 10:34

Summary of the contracting process

The National Lottery Community Fund is spearheading a project titled "C0156 - Black Health Inequalities Summit 2026", a pivotal initiative aimed at addressing systemic health inequalities affecting Black communities in the UK. The summit will delve into health outcomes data, explore commissioning strategies, and promote community-centred care models, aligning with NHS equality duties frameworks. Set in the United Kingdom, specifically in the Edgbaston region of Birmingham, the procurement process has culminated in the award stage, with a contract value totalling £100,000. The procurement method employed was direct, categorised as below threshold without competition, ensuring the engagement of a unique supplier partner.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in event management and health consultancy services, potentially offering a foothold into the socio-economic sphere of public health initiatives. The partnership with the Caribbean & African Health Network (CAHN) highlights the potential for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and organisations deeply rooted in community health to contribute significantly. For businesses aspiring to assist in delivering impactful health care models and addressing public health disparities, this summit represents a strategic engagement opportunity, fostering a dynamic environment for sustainable business growth within the public sector framework.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

C0156 - Black Health Inequalities Summit 2026

Notice Description

Partnership Event: An annual summit in its 3rd edition addressing edition systemic health inequalities affecting Black communities in the UK. Event covers: health outcomes data, commissioning strategies, community-centred care models, and implementation of equality duties within NHS frameworks. Justification for direct award:The Caribbean & African Health Network (CAHN) are the only supplier the contracting authority can engage with as the summit organiser. Please note VAT is not applicable to this contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0684ec
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065871-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
20 Apr 2026 - 20 May 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The National Lottery Community Fund
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 1TR
Postcode Area
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Caribbean & African Health Network

Further Information

Notice Documents

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