---
title: "SCH - International Invention Build"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d217"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SHEFFIELD CHILDREN'S NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2025-10-23"
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# SCH - International Invention Build

Buyer: SHEFFIELD CHILDREN'S NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d217

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust focuses on an innovative project titled "SCH - International Invention Build." It is in the award stage as of 23rd October 2025. The project falls under the services category within the research and development consultancy services industry. Located in Sheffield, United Kingdom, the procurement method utilised is direct and below threshold, indicating no competition. Key dates include the contract period from 1st November 2025 to 31st October 2026, with a specific milestone set for 31st October 2025 for future signature. The Trust, part of the central government public authority, aims to foster global engagement with young inventors and promote STEM opportunities for children aged 4-11.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy services, particularly those adept in engaging with young audiences and managing international outreach projects. Companies, especially SMEs and VCSEs, that can effectively market and promote educational initiatives through platforms like YouTube, will find this contract particularly rewarding. The initiative's focus on international promotion and legacy building suggests an excellent opportunity for business growth, as it leverages global outreach and strengthens brands within the educational and technological sectors.

## Notice

International outreach inviting children to submit their inventions, these are designed, fabricated & tested on youtube to promote the NCCHT. Invention to be installed in the Discovery Den at NCCHT. * A second invention inspired by children, designed and built for the Discovery Den * A second long-form YouTube videos showcasing the process, the inventions and the Centre * A global promotional opportunity for the Centre - reaching parents, educators and families worldwide * International-level outreach and engagement with young inventors across the globe * Tangible, inspiring legacy in the new Centre * Continued promotion of early STEM engagement and visibility of engineering careers for children aged 4-11

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067670-2025 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £13,050 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SHEFFIELD CHILDREN'S NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Oct 2025 at 08:22 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067670-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067670-2025
  23rd October 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk

## Provenance

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