Outsourcing Fit and Proper Person Due Diligence Checks Neotas 2026/27

NHS ENGLAND

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19 Jun 2026 at 13:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process overseen by NHS England involves the outsourcing of due diligence checks under the Fit and Proper Person Test for Chairs and Non-Executive Directors. This service, provided by Neotas Limited, includes comprehensive checks such as CV verification and DBS checks, which are crucial for ensuring safe and compliant appointments. The contract operates on a flexible drawdown basis, aligned with the appointment activities throughout 2026 and 2027. The procurement method selected was direct, falling below the competition threshold, indicating a continuation of an existing arrangement. The service spans from 1st June 2026 to 31st March 2027, centred around health services in London, with a gross contract value of £48,000.

This procurement process presents opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in risk management services or corporate compliance support to engage with NHS England in similar future collaborations, especially within public sector frameworks. Although the contract is completed without competitive tendering due to its direct procurement method, it highlights the importance of maintaining service excellence and building a reputable status in the public health sector. Businesses that demonstrate proficiency in due diligence and regulatory checks are well-positioned to seek out similar contracts with public authorities like NHS England.

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Notice Title

Outsourcing Fit and Proper Person Due Diligence Checks Neotas 2026/27

Notice Description

Outsourcing of Chair and Non-Executive Director due diligence checks under the Fit and Proper Person Test (FPPT), including CV verification, structured references, DBS/insolvency checks, and regulatory and reputational checks. This is a continuation of an existing service delivered by Neotas, supporting NHS England's statutory responsibilities for safe and compliant senior appointments. The service will operate on a flexible drawdown basis in line with appointment activity across 2026/27.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b952
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058167-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 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
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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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

NEOTAS

Further Information

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