---
title: "Exploration of simulated data to inform HT evaluations"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064ec1"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE"
published: "2026-02-12"
---

# Exploration of simulated data to inform HT evaluations

Buyer: NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064ec1

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## Summary

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, based in Manchester, is overseeing a contract titled "Exploration of simulated data to inform HT evaluations," focused on the Health sector. This process, located in the UKD33 region, has advanced to the award stage, with the contract pending signature as of February 12, 2026, and set to commence the following day. The project's duration extends until October 31, 2026, and encompasses services categorised under 'Research and development services and related consultancy services'. Notably, the procurement method employed was direct, under a below-threshold procurement approach without competition.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health technology evaluations and research consultancy, especially those adept in novel data utilisation to address health inequalities. Ideal candidates include large research-focused organisations, like UCL Consultants Ltd, the awarded supplier. The project requires proficiency in simulating data relevant to health technology assessments, paving the way for innovative solutions. Business entities seeking involvement in governmental healthcare projects will find potential for growth and the ability to influence health evaluation methodologies through this initiative.

## Notice

Exploration the use of simulated data to inform Health Technology evaluations and address health inequalities (a case-study of how NICE could use novel types of data).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012770-2026 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 Feb 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £84,847 |
| 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 | NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 3BN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UCL CONSULTANTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2026 at 11:13 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012770-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012770-2026
  12th February 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.nice.org.uk

## Provenance

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