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Provision of the One NHS Finance programme Services

NHS England

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: NHS England

Buyer Address: Wellington House, 133-135 Waterloo Rd, London, UKI45, SE1 8UG, United Kingdom

Contact Email: england.commercialqueries@nhs.net

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
1246000.0 GBP
Gross: 1495200.0 GBP
Published
10 Oct 2025, 15:21
Deadline
10 Nov 2025, 12:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

NHS England is inviting bids from experienced suppliers to deliver the One NHS Finance (ONF) programme, a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening the NHS finance function across England. The ONF programme is designed to: • Improve staff retention, career progression, and workforce diversity. • Build capacity and capacity within NHS finance departments. • Promote excellence and innovation in finance management across the English NHS. The overarching goal of ONF is to ensure that all NHS finance staff have equitable access to the opportunities they need to grow their skills, thrive in their roles, and progress their careers. The successful supplier will host the ONF service, working in close collaboration with the Finance Leadership Council and a broad network of national and regional steering groups. The selected supplier is expected to commence work in early January 2026. Contract Details: • Duration: 12 months, with the option to extend for up to two additional 12-month periods (maximum potential duration: 36 months) • Contract Value: up to £415,333.333 pa How to Apply: Interested suppliers must submit a completed Bid Response Document via the Atamis e-Tendering Portal: https://health-family.force.com/login Please note: • Expressions of interest and bid submissions will not be accepted by any other means. • All documentation and supporting information are available via the e-tendering portal. • Bidders must respond to all questions in the bid documentation. Submission Deadline: 12:00pm, 10 November 2025

Linked Documents

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064343-2025

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Has Options: Yes

Lot 1 Options: Subject to funding availability

Lot 1 Value: GBP 1,246,000.00

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 1,495,200.00

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z

Lot 1 Contract End: 2026-12-31T23:59:59Z

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Technical/Quality, including Social Value (70%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Commercial (30%)

Documents

Document Description: Not published

Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

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