Incorporating Social Value in Tenders: How to Stand Out in Health Sector
Why Social Value Matters in Health Tenders In UK healthcare procurement, social value has become a decisive factor in winning NHS contracts. Public procurement in the UK is governed by the Procurement Act 2023 and the National Procurement Policy Statement, which require public sector procurement and public sector buyers to consider social value as an […]
NHS Localised Buying: Is the NHS Moving Toward More Localised Purchasing?
Why NHS Localised Buying Matters in 2025 The NHS is undergoing a pivotal shift in 2025 toward more localised (regional or place-based) buying. This change is shaped by lessons learned from recent crises such as COVID-19 and Brexit. During the pandemic, trusts that supplemented central supply with local sourcing were often better able to maintain […]
How to Position Your Business for NHS Digital Health Contracts
The UK healthcare system is undergoing a rapid digital transformation. From electronic patient records (EPRs) to artificial intelligence (AI) triage tools and remote monitoring platforms, the NHS is investing heavily in technology to meet evolving patient needs. Key organisations such as NHS England and the Department of Health and Social Care are driving digital transformation […]
Who’s Buying What? Understanding the New NHS Procurement Landscape
The NHS is the UK’s largest public sector buyer, spending billions annually on goods, services, and innovation. But with procurement processes undergoing rapid transformation—driven by new legislation, digital platforms, increasing demands for transparency, and public procurement reforms—suppliers face a very different environment than even a few years ago. For healthcare suppliers, especially SMEs, understanding these […]
Health Budget UK Preview: What It Could Mean for Suppliers
The upcoming UK Budget, particularly the autumn budget, is set to be pivotal for the healthcare sector as a key fiscal event that will shape new tax policies and reforms relevant to the industry. With record levels of NHS investment expected, suppliers will find themselves navigating an increasingly opportunity-rich yet competitive procurement landscape. For procurement […]
The End of Centralised Procurement? What’s Next for NHS Supply Chains
For decades, the NHS has relied on a centralised procurement system to manage its supply chains, with NHS Supply Chain at the heart of this model. By pooling demand and negotiating at scale, the NHS secured bulk discounts, reduced duplication, and standardised product quality across trusts. But today, a question looms: does centralisation still meet […]
Healthtech & Digital Transformation Contracts: Find Health IT Tenders with HCI
Stay Ahead with the Latest Healthtech & Digital Transformation Tenders The future of healthcare is being shaped by innovation, and suppliers who stay connected to healthtech tenders and digital transformation contracts are best placed to succeed. From electronic health record (EHR) upgrades to remote patient monitoring, AI‑driven diagnostics, and IT infrastructure improvements, opportunities are opening […]
How Artificial Intelligence Is Changing NHS Procurement
Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming the NHS tender process — from smarter data insights to streamlined supplier selection. AI and the Evolution of NHS Procurement NHS contracting is undergoing a digital revolution. As the pressure to be more efficient and transparent grows, artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly important element of modernising procurement […]
How to Secure Domiciliary Care Contracts in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide for Providers
The UK domiciliary care market is competitive and well-established, with local authorities, integrated care boards (ICBs), and private commissioners providing care providers with great opportunities to secure contracts. It is not an easy process and requires thorough knowledge of the commissioning bodies, qualifications associated with the process, tenders and compliance. This guide will analyse how […]
How Sustainable NHS Equipment Suppliers Can Align with NHS Net-Zero Goals
The NHS is directing the way in creating a greener tomorrow with its bold NHS Net Zero ambition, seeking to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040 and expanding its supply chain by 2045. As one of the biggest publicly funded medical systems in the world, it identifies that the journey to sustainability relies heavily on […]