---
title: "Outsourcing Fit and Proper Person Due Diligence Checks Neotas 2026/27"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b952"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS ENGLAND"
published: "2026-06-19"
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# Outsourcing Fit and Proper Person Due Diligence Checks Neotas 2026/27

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b952

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## Summary

The procurement process overseen by NHS England involves the outsourcing of due diligence checks under the Fit and Proper Person Test for Chairs and Non-Executive Directors. This service, provided by Neotas Limited, includes comprehensive checks such as CV verification and DBS checks, which are crucial for ensuring safe and compliant appointments. The contract operates on a flexible drawdown basis, aligned with the appointment activities throughout 2026 and 2027. The procurement method selected was direct, falling below the competition threshold, indicating a continuation of an existing arrangement. The service spans from 1st June 2026 to 31st March 2027, centred around health services in London, with a gross contract value of £48,000.

This procurement process presents opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in risk management services or corporate compliance support to engage with NHS England in similar future collaborations, especially within public sector frameworks. Although the contract is completed without competitive tendering due to its direct procurement method, it highlights the importance of maintaining service excellence and building a reputable status in the public health sector. Businesses that demonstrate proficiency in due diligence and regulatory checks are well-positioned to seek out similar contracts with public authorities like NHS England.

## Notice

Outsourcing of Chair and Non-Executive Director due diligence checks under the Fit and Proper Person Test (FPPT), including CV verification, structured references, DBS/insolvency checks, and regulatory and reputational checks. This is a continuation of an existing service delivered by Neotas, supporting NHS England's statutory responsibilities for safe and compliant senior appointments. The service will operate on a flexible drawdown basis in line with appointment activity across 2026/27.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058167-2026 |
| 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 | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £40,000 |

## 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 | NEOTAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 19 Jun 2026 at 13:47 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058167-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058167-2026
  19th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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