Provision for Membership to The Global Health Network (Global Health Protection

SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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20 Jul 2026 at 09:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of membership to The Global Health Network was led by the UK Health Security Agency, acting on behalf of the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care. This contract falls under the industry category of research services within the public authority and central government sector. Located in London, the contracting authority completed the procurement under the 'award' stage by 20th July 2026. This was a direct procurement method without competition, as it was below the threshold. The contract, valued at £56,296.30, began on 26th June 2026 and is expected to extend through 31st July 2027, with possibilities for renewal up to 24 additional months.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs engaged in research services, providing a platform for them to contribute to global health initiatives. Businesses experienced in offering platform accessibility, content support, and technical assistance would find this contract particularly aligned with their capabilities. The focus on establishing a knowledge hub and supporting global operations indicates a demand for content creation and management, presenting an attractive opportunity for organisations specialised in these areas. Moreover, the need for regular reporting and platform support underscores the importance of maintaining robust client relationships, making this tender advantageous for companies with a strong service delivery track record.

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Notice Title

Provision for Membership to The Global Health Network (Global Health Protection

Notice Description

The Global Health Research Accelerator (TGHRA) is providing IHR-SP with use and access to The Global Health Network (TGHN) establishing a knowledge hub to host publications, news stories and general information from the IHR-SP to a diverse global audience. However, it is also used across Global Operations with projects such as UKOTs, UKPHRST and WEPHREN having sites hosted on the platform

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ce8a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068108-2026
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£56,296 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
25 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE GLOBAL HEALTH RESEARCH ACCELERATOR

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