---
title: "Analysis of NHS Cost Drivers and Disparities Refresh"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b7bb"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS ENGLAND"
published: "2026-06-18"
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# Analysis of NHS Cost Drivers and Disparities Refresh

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b7bb

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## Summary

NHS England, located in London, has concluded the procurement process for "Analysis of NHS Cost Drivers and Disparities Refresh," aimed at analysing the National Cost Collection data to improve productivity across NHS trusts. Categorized under business and management consultancy services, the procurement was conducted using a direct method without competition, below the threshold. The contract, valued at £49,200, was awarded to IQVIA Ltd, a small to medium enterprise based in Reading. The award was active from 1st December 2025 to 30th November 2026, marking the completion of the contract. The procurement aligns with legal frameworks, aiming to support the Secretary of State's assurance regarding the NHS's understanding of its cost base. 

This tender offer presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in business and management consultancy, particularly those with expertise in healthcare and data analysis. Companies like IQVIA Ltd that can effectively analyse cost data and identify productivity-enhancing disparities are well-suited to such contracts. The sector’s focus on efficiency and cost optimisation offers growth potential for enterprises that deliver impactful consultancy services. Engaging in such projects helps firms strengthen their portfolio, enhances their market credibility, and expands their influence within the public healthcare domain.

## Notice

The NHS Cost Drivers and Cost Disparities project aims to help trusts analyse their National Cost Collection (NCC) data to identify variations and disparities in costing that impact productivity. Year 1 of the project was designed to support the Secretary of States desire to be assured that the NHS understanding of its cost base and understanding of cost drivers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057423-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £49,200 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 8UG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth |
| Local authority | Lambeth |
| Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IQVIA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2026 at 09:25 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057423-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057423-2026
  18th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.england.nhs.uk/
- https://www.iqvia.com/locations/united-kingdom
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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