Tenders/DHSC: National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR): Research Commissioning and Management Services Lot 6
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DHSC: National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR): Research Commissioning and Management Services Lot 6

DHSC
Published: Aug 13, 2026
Updated: Aug 14, 2026
Source: uk_contracts_finder

About This Opportunity

This is a consulting contract in the Research, construction and civil works and education and training sectors, with a focus on Buildings and Scholarships. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 41.4 million.

Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for consulting in the Research sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.

Description

Lot 6, Research Commissioning for Career Development and Capacity Building, is responsible for developing the current and future health and care research workforce through the commissioning and management of NIHR training, fellowship and career development programmes. It builds research capacity and capability across professions, disciplines and care settings by providing structured career pathways, skills development and leadership opportunities, ensuring that NIHR has a diverse, highly skilled workforce capable of delivering high-quality research and driving innovation across the health and care system. There are options to extend the contract by up to 4 years.. CPV: Research services (73110000). Procedure: Competitive dialogue (above threshold). Suitable for SMEs. Suitable for VCSEs

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on August 13, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: CF-3651900D0O000000rwimUAA. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About DHSC

DHSC has issued 20 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 20 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Education & Training, and Health & Medical. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: August 13, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference CF-3651900D0O000000rwimUAA when communicating with the contracting authority.

Is this tender still open?

No — the contract has already been awarded to LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by DHSC in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Consulting contract in the Research & Innovation sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

How much was the contract awarded for?

LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST was awarded the contract for £90,778,440. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.

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Key Details

Submission Deadline
Mar 5, 2025
Deadline passed
Estimated Budget
£41,369,111 - £41,369,111
Contract Type
Consulting
Eligibility
Firms / Consortiums
Language
English
Reference
CF-3651900D0O000000rwimUAA

Source

uk_contracts_finder
uk_contracts_finder
Official Source

Contracting Authority

DHSC
🇬🇧United Kingdom

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