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title: "Critical appraisal of health research in the news (Behind the Headlines)"
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# Critical appraisal of health research in the news (Behind the Headlines)

Buyer: NHS DIGITAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dbf7a625-3e9c-44f4-bd6a-360709f93152

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## Summary

NHS Digital is seeking a supplier for the project titled "Critical appraisal of health research in the news (Behind the Headlines)" within the research services industry category. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, having been published on 6th June 2019, with a tender period that closes on 5th July 2019. The total value of the contract is £100,000, lasting for one year, with an option for a further year. The service will be delivered to various locations including the United Kingdom and other regions. The procurement method is an open procedure, above the threshold, allowing a broad range of suppliers to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses particularly those in the research and healthcare sectors, including organisations adept at critical analysis and evidence-based reporting. Companies that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this contract particularly suitable, as the buyer is open to engaging smaller firms for innovative solutions. Participating in such projects can enhance their reputation and lead to potential further opportunities within the public sector.

## Notice

NHS Digital requires critical appraisal of the research that underpins healthcare news stories. These stories will be selected by NHS Digital in collaboration with the supplier. Analysis of the research by clinicians and/or scientists is required to produce an article based on impartial, evidence-based appraisal and questions posed by NHS Digital. The supplier will work collaboratively with NHS Digital content staff who will edit the analysis and re-present it to the supplier to be validated as clinically and scientifically accurate, fair and balanced. NHS Digital will then publish the content. The contract length is 1 year with the option to extend for a further 1 year period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3a0ad4f-04b7-47ff-b718-7337e6207753 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jun 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jul 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Jul 2019 - 22 Jul 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS DIGITAL |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 6AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Hunslet & Riverside |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 6 Jun 2019 at 13:58 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3a0ad4f-04b7-47ff-b718-7337e6207753
- 6 Jun 2019 at 09:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3a0ad4f-04b7-47ff-b718-7337e6207753

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3a0ad4f-04b7-47ff-b718-7337e6207753
  6th June 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://nhsdigital.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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