---
title: "UKRI-5966 NHS Fit for the Future Mission"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0673a8"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2026-03-25"
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# UKRI-5966 NHS Fit for the Future Mission

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0673a8

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) based in Swindon, Wiltshire, has conducted the procurement process for the "UKRI-5966 NHS Fit for the Future Mission," aimed at supporting NHS Trusts and companies through innovation vouchers. This procurement falls under the services category, with Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital NHS Foundation Trust serving as the supplier. The contract began on 25 March 2026 and is set to conclude on 31 July 2026. The procurement method used is direct and below the threshold, meaning it was conducted without competition. This initiative is part of the broader mission pilot with delivery expected in the North West Coastal region, and the legal basis aligns with the UKPGA 2023/54 legislation.

Business opportunities abound within this procurement process, particularly for organisations involved in portfolio management services looking to partner with NHS entities. The initiative supports innovation in the healthcare sector, providing growth opportunities for companies focused on delivering cutting-edge solutions. Organisations that can offer innovative technologies or strategies to improve NHS operations or patient care would be well-positioned to benefit. Additionally, firms looking to expand their services in the North West region of England will find this tender advantageous as it promotes growth through applied healthcare advancements.

## Notice

UKRI STFC Daresbury, has a requirement to deliver innovation vouchers to NHS Trusts and companies to support the Fit for the Future Mission Pilot.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027232-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details 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 | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £105,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI) |
| Locality | SWINDON, WILTSHIRE |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LIVERPOOL HEART AND CHEST HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST - HEALTH INNOVATION NORTH WEST COAST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services

### Codes

- 66140000 - Portfolio management services

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2026 at 11:24 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027232-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027232-2026
  25th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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