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title: "CTU Market Analysis"
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published: "2026-02-02"
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# CTU Market Analysis

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d9a6

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "CTU Market Analysis" was initiated by the University of Hertfordshire Higher Education Corporation, a sub-central government public authority based in Hatfield, United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically research and development consultancy services (CPV 73200000). The most recent stage is the award stage, concluded with an active contract on 13th January 2026, with the contract running from 3rd February to 28th February 2026. The project aimed at facilitating the University's Clinical Trials Support Network's transition into a nationally recognised Clinical Trials Unit involved a comprehensive market analysis to bolster strategic planning and investment. The procurement method was below the threshold, unspecified, focusing on non-chemical, psychosocial, and behavioural interventions in the clinical research domain.

This tender presented opportunities for businesses involved in research and development consultancy services, especially those with expertise in health research market analysis and an understanding of the UK clinical trials ecosystem. SMEs in particular benefited as the project was suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises. The contracting opportunity provided a platform for firms to expand their service offerings in public health and social care research areas, bridging traditional and non-traditional trial methodologies. Suppliers delivering value for money and showing the capacity to complete projects in stipulated timelines were preferred, as demonstrated by the selection of MIDNIGHT HEALTH LIMITED for this contract. Businesses with multidisciplinary teams adept at navigating both traditional and complex intervention trials would be well-positioned to leverage similar procurement opportunities for growth.

## Notice

The University of Hertfordshire (UH) is home to the Clinical Trials Support Network (CTSN), which has been operating since 2018 and is now seeking to transition into a fully registered Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) under the UK Clinical Research Collaboration (UKCRC). The CTSN has developed a strong reputation for supporting complex intervention trials, particularly in non-traditional and non-NHS settings, such as public health and social care. Unlike many CTUs that focus on pharmaceutical or chemical trials, CTSN's niche lies in non-chemical, psychosocial, and behavioural intervention research. However, CTSN also supports Phase IV trials involving investigational medicinal products (CTIMPs), especially those focused on real-world effectiveness and safety. This broader remit allows CTSN to contribute to a wider range of clinical research, including studies that bridge traditional and non-traditional trial methodologies. To support strategic planning, investment, and positioning of the CTSN as a nationally recognised CTU, UH is commissioning a comprehensive market analysis.

### Planning Information

Proposals will be evaluated based on:
• Demonstrated experience in health research market analysis (please provide 3 case study examples) 
• Understanding of the UK clinical trials ecosystem
• Methodology and approach. Within your response please provide a timeline for how long you envision the project to take. Including your proposed start and end dates.
• Value for money. Within your response please include a detailed breakdown of your costs.
• Ability to deliver within the required timeframe
Please email t.schmidt@herts.ac.uk to express an interest and receive specification documentation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009086-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 5 Dec 2025 |
| Award date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £16,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £16,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION |
| Locality | HATFIELD |
| Post town | St Albans |
| Postcode | AL10 9AB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Welwyn Hatfield |
| Electoral ward | Hatfield South West |
| Westminster constituency | Welwyn Hatfield |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MIDNIGHT HEALTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 2 Feb 2026 at 15:38 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009086-2026
- 4 Nov 2025 at 10:44 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070732-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009086-2026
  2nd February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070732-2025
  4th November 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.herts.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.midnighthealth.co.uk/commercial-insights

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