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Analysis of NHS Cost Drivers and Disparities Refresh

NHS ENGLAND

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18 Jun 2026 at 09:25

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS England, located in London, has concluded the procurement process for "Analysis of NHS Cost Drivers and Disparities Refresh," aimed at analysing the National Cost Collection data to improve productivity across NHS trusts. Categorized under business and management consultancy services, the procurement was conducted using a direct method without competition, below the threshold. The contract, valued at £49,200, was awarded to IQVIA Ltd, a small to medium enterprise based in Reading. The award was active from 1st December 2025 to 30th November 2026, marking the completion of the contract. The procurement aligns with legal frameworks, aiming to support the Secretary of State's assurance regarding the NHS's understanding of its cost base.

This tender offer presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in business and management consultancy, particularly those with expertise in healthcare and data analysis. Companies like IQVIA Ltd that can effectively analyse cost data and identify productivity-enhancing disparities are well-suited to such contracts. The sector’s focus on efficiency and cost optimisation offers growth potential for enterprises that deliver impactful consultancy services. Engaging in such projects helps firms strengthen their portfolio, enhances their market credibility, and expands their influence within the public healthcare domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Analysis of NHS Cost Drivers and Disparities Refresh

Notice Description

The NHS Cost Drivers and Cost Disparities project aims to help trusts analyse their National Cost Collection (NCC) data to identify variations and disparities in costing that impact productivity. Year 1 of the project was designed to support the Secretary of States desire to be assured that the NHS understanding of its cost base and understanding of cost drivers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b7bb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057423-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,200 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20256 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

IQVIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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