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NICE Conference 2027-29

NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE

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04 Aug 2026 at 14:50

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), located in Manchester, UK, has completed the procurement process for organising the 'NICE Conference 2027-29'. This contract, tagged as services and falling under the industry category of event services, was awarded through a direct procurement method owing to an unsuccessful open tender. The awarded contractor, Political Engagement Ltd, will commence the contract on 14th September 2026, with the contract period running until 31st December 2029. Key dates include the scheduled signature of the contract by 5th September 2026. This procurement process was driven by the need for a high-quality event that appeals to various stakeholders, including delegates, sponsors, and exhibitors from the health, pharmaceutical, and healthtech sectors.

This tender opens significant opportunities for businesses specialising in event management services, particularly those experienced in organising large-scale and high-profile industry conferences. The role involves not only the logistical organisation but also significant engagement with influential stakeholders, which can benefit companies looking to strengthen their presence and connections within the health and pharmaceutical sectors. SMEs are particularly encouraged, as the contract specified suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises. The successful contractor will also have the chance to expand their portfolio by associating with a renowned public authority like NICE, potentially leading to further opportunities in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NICE Conference 2027-29

Notice Description

NICE requires a contractor to work closely with to develop a high-quality event which is attractive to delegates, sponsors and exhibitors: drawing on speakers from across NICE's executive team, our partner organisations in health and care and the pharmaceutical and healthtech industries. This will be a profit-making opportunity for the successful contractor. But they will also have sole financial responsibility for the NICE Conference. The contract will commence in September/October 2026, with work beginning immediately in preparation for the 2027 event.

Procurement Information

The procurement was an unsuccessful open tender where we did not receive sufficient bids. The awarded supplier submitted the most economical and advantageous tender.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06db97
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073829-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
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
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Contract Period
13 Sep 2026 - 31 Dec 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 3BN
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

POLITICAL ENGAGEMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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