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Healthcare AI Solutions

NHS Shared Business Services Limited · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 1 Oct 2026, 09:00.

Opportunity overview

The Open Framework is intended to serve as a strategic vehicle for the efficient, legally compliant, and scalable procurement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies across the NHS and the wider Public Sector. This initiative recognises the transformative potential of AI in addressing current and emerging healthcare challenges, from improving diagnostic accuracy and clinical decision-making to streamlining operational processes. Through this Open Framework, Approved Organisations will be able to access cutting-edge AI solutions that are safe, interoperable, and tailored to meet local and national health priorities. The ultimate aim is to support the delivery of improved health outcomes for patients, empower healthcare professionals with advanced tools, and accelerate progress in medical research and innovation. At the same time, the Open Framework seeks to drive greater value for money, reduce duplication in procurement efforts, and enable consistent standards for implementation, governance, and digital maturity across the system.

Classification

  • CPV33100000 — Medical equipments
  • CPV33110000 — Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use
  • CPV33124000 — Diagnostics and radiodiagnostic devices and supplies
  • CPV48180000 — Medical software package
  • CPV71000000 — Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
  • CPV72200000 — Software programming and consultancy services
  • CPV72212330 — Scheduling and productivity software development services
  • CPV72212460 — Analytical, scientific, mathematical or forecasting software development services
  • CPV72300000 — Data services
  • CPV73100000 — Research and experimental development services
  • CPV75100000 — Administration services
  • CPV80000000 — Education and training services

Lots

  • Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging£750m
  • Pathological Diagnosis and Early Detection and Preventative Healthcare£750m
  • Virtual and Robotic Health£750m
  • Predictive Analytics£750m
  • Research, Innovation and Development£750m
  • Operational Efficiency£750m
  • Advisory and Specialised support£750m
  • Combined Solutions£750m

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
SBS10523
Status
active
Procurement Method
open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Main Procurement Category
goods
Above Threshold
Yes
How to submit
Tenders must be submitted via SAP Ariba via the following link: https://portal.us.bn.cloud.ariba.com/dashboard/public/appext/comsapsbncdiscoveryui#/RfxEvent/preview/1110014540?anId=ANONYMOUS To access all information and submit a response in relation to this opportunity, please click the 'Respond to Posting' button on the Discovery Posting link above. Potential bidders will then be asked to either login or register for an Ariba Network account. Once registration has been completed, potential bidders will be directed to the Event Page.
Has Recurrence
Yes

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Participation Fees

Entry 1
Description
We apply an NCIS (NHS Contracted Income Stream) levy to all sales under our Frameworks, which underpins the funding and investment for our contracting routes and category support to the NHS. This levy is applied as a percentage fee within the Frameworks between the Authority and the Supplier. Please see the Corporate Requirements document within the Key Attachments section of the SAP Ariba Sourcing Event for further detail.
Id
ocds-h6vhtk-0695d5

Type

win

Relative Value

Proportion
0.009
Monetary Value
award

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Framework Agreement

Is Open Framework Scheme
Yes
Method
withAndWithoutReopeningCompetition
Type
open
Buyer Categories
NHS Shared Business Services act in an Agency capacity for and on behalf of its customers (Approved Organisations) - existing and new. These comprise of NHS and social care organisations (whether acting individually, or on behalf of, or together as members of any consortia) along with any other public or private sector bodies which NHS SBS authorises to use the resulting Framework. NHS Shared Business Services Limited (NHS SBS) intends to put in place a Framework Agreement to be used by NHS SBS Approved Organisations. Our Approved Organisation list can be found on: https://www.sbs.nhs.uk/services/framework-agreements-categories/
Description
There are two procurement routes for an Approved Organisation that wishes to use this Framework. A competitive process between the Suppliers in the relevant Lot, which may be preceded by a capability assessment, or an award without a competitive process to particular Supplier(s) Schedule 7 of the Framework explains the rules for both a competitive selection process and an award without a competitive process. A competitive selection process is the default ordering procedure under this Framework.
Open Framework Scheme End Date
11 May 2035, 23:59

Buyer Location Restrictions

Entry 1

Gazetteer

Scheme
GB-ITL

Identifiers

UK
Entry 2

Gazetteer

Scheme
GB-ITL

Identifiers

GG
Entry 3

Gazetteer

Scheme
GB-ITL

Identifiers

IM
Entry 4

Gazetteer

Scheme
GB-ITL

Identifiers

JE

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
notAllowed

Languages

en

Tender Period

Ends
7 Jul 2026, 12:00

Enquiry period

Ends
12 Jun 2026, 12:00

Expected award period

Ends
19 Mar 2027, 23:59

Lot Details

Award Criteria Details
Suppliers are able to be awarded to all Lots. Suppliers that are awarded to 2 or more Lots will be awarded to Lot 8 to provide Combined Solutions

Recurrence

Dates

Entry 1
Starts
12 May 2030, 23:59

Amendments

Entry 1
Description
Tender submission deadline amended to 07.07.26 Contract start date (estimated) amended to 26.05.27 Submission address and any special instructions amended (New e-tendering link added) https://portal.us.bn.cloud.ariba.com/dashboard/public/appext/comsapsbncdiscoveryui#/RfxEvent/preview/1110014540?anId=ANONYMOUS Enquiry deadline (optional) amended to 12.06.26
Id
050314-2026

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging
Description
This Lot includes AI-powered radiology tools, medical imaging diagnostic platforms, and integrated imaging software solutions designed to support clinical decision-making and image-based diagnostics. Solutions must enable accurate and cost-effective screening and diagnostics through: - High-resolution imaging data to ensure diagnostic precision - Secure transmission of imaging data to facilitate AI-driven workflows - Support for AI-based detection, segmentation, diagnosis, and analysis of digitised medical images. All solutions should demonstrate the ability to enhance diagnostic accuracy, improve clinical efficiency, and integrate seamlessly into existing healthcare imaging systems.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
900,000,000
Amount
750,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
90
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
Please see the procurement documentation
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
Please see the procurement documentation

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
26 May 2027, 00:00
Ends
11 May 2035, 23:59
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Pathological Diagnosis and Early Detection and Preventative Healthcare
Description
This Lot covers solutions that support pathology workflows, AI-assisted diagnostic tools and platforms or software designed for early detection and preventative healthcare. These solutions should: - Enhance pathology workflows through automation and digitisation - Support clinical decision-making with AI-driven insights and diagnostics - Enable early detection of diseases to support preventative care strategies - Integrate effectively with existing laboratory information systems and clinical environments
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
900,000,000
Amount
750,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
90
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
Please see the procurement documentation
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
Please see the procurement documentation

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
26 May 2027, 00:00
Ends
11 May 2035, 23:59
Entry 3
Id
3
Title
Virtual and Robotic Health
Description
This Lot covers innovative solutions that are transforming the healthcare landscape by enhancing clinical capabilities, improving patient care, and driving operational efficiency. These solutions, powered by advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and machine learning (ML), are specifically designed to assist healthcare providers in delivering more precise, efficient, and scalable services. - These solutions help automate clinical tasks and provide support for healthcare professionals, improving accuracy and workflow efficiency. - Robotics and AI-driven systems that streamline medication dispensing, reducing human error and increasing medication safety.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
900,000,000
Amount
750,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
90
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
Please see the procurement documentation
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
Please see the procurement documentation

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
26 May 2027, 00:00
Ends
11 May 2035, 23:59
Entry 4
Id
4
Title
Predictive Analytics
Description
This Lot supports platforms and software tools that leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) for forecasting patient outcomes, healthcare trends and broader public sector needs. The goal is to improve patient care, optimise resource management and achieve significant cost savings. Predictive analytics platforms in healthcare harness both real-time and historical data, including patient records, medical imaging, lab results and environmental factors. By identifying patterns, making accurate predictions, and recommending data-driven actions, these platforms can enable healthcare providers to anticipate and address potential health risks before they escalate. AI predictive analytics can be a powerful tool for governments and public institutions to optimise decision-making and enhance service delivery. By leveraging AI to predict trends and outcomes.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
900,000,000
Amount
750,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
90
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
Please see the procurement documentation
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
Please see the procurement documentation

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
26 May 2027, 00:00
Ends
11 May 2035, 23:59
Entry 5
Id
5
Title
Research, Innovation and Development
Description
This lot supports opportunity to advance medical knowledge, enhance patient care, and transform the way healthcare services are delivered. Through the integration of innovative AI technologies, including synthetic data generation, federated learning, and clinical validation, healthcare organisations can unlock new capabilities to improve clinical outcomes, reduce costs and streamline healthcare processes.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
900,000,000
Amount
750,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
90
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
Please see the procurement documentation
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
Please see the procurement documentation

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
26 May 2027, 00:00
Ends
11 May 2035, 23:59
Entry 6
Id
6
Title
Operational Efficiency
Description
This Lot covers platforms designed to enable data capture, analytics, and workflow automation to drive operational efficiencies within NHS and public sector environments. These solutions are focused on enhancing service delivery, reducing costs and improving patient or citizen outcomes. By enabling efficient data management, real-time reporting and workflow automation, these platforms streamline operations, reduce the administrative burden and improve overall service delivery. Achieving operational efficiency is essential in healthcare and public sector environments to enhance service provision, minimise operational overheads and improve productivity across the organisation.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
900,000,000
Amount
750,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
90
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
Please see the procurement documentation
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
Please see the procurement documentation

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
26 May 2027, 00:00
Ends
11 May 2035, 23:59
Entry 7
Id
7
Title
Advisory and Specialised support
Description
This Lot provides strategic consultancy, deployment and integration services to help organisations evaluate, plan and implement artificial intelligent solutions. Services should cover needs analysis, solution architecture, business case development, vendor selection support and regulatory guidance aligned with NHS digital strategies.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
900,000,000
Amount
750,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
70
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
cost
Name
Commercial

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
20
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
Please see the procurement documentation
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
Please see the procurement documentation

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
26 May 2027, 00:00
Ends
11 May 2035, 23:59
Entry 8
Id
8
Title
Combined Solutions
Description
This Lot covers the provision of Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions that deliver bundle services or comprehensive workflows. AI solutions provided under this Lot should ensure a seamless, integrated approach, delivering all the necessary components required for Approved Organisations. This Lot is ideal for organisations seeking a comprehensive, integrated AI solution that supports end-to-end workflows and delivers measurable outcomes across their operations.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
900,000,000
Amount
750,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Weighting Description
To qualify for this Lot, Suppliers awarded a place on a minimum of two separate Lots, will automatically be eligible to offer a Combined Solution to Approved Organisations via Lot 8, ideally to provide an 'end to end' process.

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Combined Solution
Description
To qualify for this Lot, Suppliers awarded a place on a minimum of two separate Lots, will automatically be eligible to offer a Combined Solution to Approved Organisations via Lot 8, ideally to provide an 'end to end' process.

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
Please see the procurement documentation
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
Please see the procurement documentation

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
26 May 2027, 00:00
Ends
11 May 2035, 23:59

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
33110000
Description
Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
33124000
Description
Diagnostics and radiodiagnostic devices and supplies
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
48180000
Description
Medical software package
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
72300000
Description
Data services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
GG
Country
GG
Country Name
Guernsey
Entry 3
Region
IM
Country
IM
Country Name
Isle of Man
Entry 4
Region
JE
Country
JE
Country Name
Jersey
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
33124000
Description
Diagnostics and radiodiagnostic devices and supplies
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
48180000
Description
Medical software package
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
71000000
Description
Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
72212330
Description
Scheduling and productivity software development services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
72212460
Description
Analytical, scientific, mathematical or forecasting software development services
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
72300000
Description
Data services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
GG
Country
GG
Country Name
Guernsey
Entry 3
Region
IM
Country
IM
Country Name
Isle of Man
Entry 4
Region
JE
Country
JE
Country Name
Jersey
Item 3
Id
3
Related Lot
3

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
33100000
Description
Medical equipments
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
48180000
Description
Medical software package
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
72212330
Description
Scheduling and productivity software development services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
72212460
Description
Analytical, scientific, mathematical or forecasting software development services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
72300000
Description
Data services
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
73100000
Description
Research and experimental development services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
GG
Country
GG
Country Name
Guernsey
Entry 3
Region
IM
Country
IM
Country Name
Isle of Man
Entry 4
Region
JE
Country
JE
Country Name
Jersey
Item 4
Id
4
Related Lot
4

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
48180000
Description
Medical software package
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
72212460
Description
Analytical, scientific, mathematical or forecasting software development services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
72300000
Description
Data services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
GG
Country
GG
Country Name
Guernsey
Entry 3
Region
IM
Country
IM
Country Name
Isle of Man
Entry 4
Region
JE
Country
JE
Country Name
Jersey
Item 5
Id
5
Related Lot
5

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
48180000
Description
Medical software package
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
72212330
Description
Scheduling and productivity software development services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
72212460
Description
Analytical, scientific, mathematical or forecasting software development services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
72300000
Description
Data services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
73100000
Description
Research and experimental development services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
GG
Country
GG
Country Name
Guernsey
Entry 3
Region
IM
Country
IM
Country Name
Isle of Man
Entry 4
Region
JE
Country
JE
Country Name
Jersey
Item 6
Id
6
Related Lot
6

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
48180000
Description
Medical software package
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
72212330
Description
Scheduling and productivity software development services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
72212460
Description
Analytical, scientific, mathematical or forecasting software development services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
72300000
Description
Data services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
75100000
Description
Administration services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
GG
Country
GG
Country Name
Guernsey
Entry 3
Region
IM
Country
IM
Country Name
Isle of Man
Entry 4
Region
JE
Country
JE
Country Name
Jersey
Item 7
Id
7
Related Lot
7

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
48180000
Description
Medical software package
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
72200000
Description
Software programming and consultancy services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
80000000
Description
Education and training services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
GG
Country
GG
Country Name
Guernsey
Entry 3
Region
IM
Country
IM
Country Name
Isle of Man
Entry 4
Region
JE
Country
JE
Country Name
Jersey
Item 8
Id
8
Related Lot
8

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
33100000
Description
Medical equipments
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
48180000
Description
Medical software package
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
72200000
Description
Software programming and consultancy services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
72300000
Description
Data services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
73100000
Description
Research and experimental development services
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
80000000
Description
Education and training services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
GG
Country
GG
Country Name
Guernsey
Entry 3
Region
IM
Country
IM
Country Name
Isle of Man
Entry 4
Region
JE
Country
JE
Country Name
Jersey

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Entry 2
Id
050314-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
28 May 2026, 13:23
Format
text/html

Planning and budget

No Engagement Notice Rationale
The Authority has carried out preliminary market engagement. A Prior Information Notice (P.I.N.) under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 was published on 17 January 2025 on the Find a Tender Service https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001651-2025?origin=SearchResults&p=1) and a formal Request for Information (RFI) issued. Meetings with potential suppliers were subsequently held. In carrying out preliminary market engagement the Authority is satisfied that: (a) suppliers who participated in the preliminary market engagement have not been put at an unfair advantage, and (b) competition in relation to the award of the public contract is not otherwise distorted.

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
NHS Shared Business Services Limited
Id
GB-COH-05280446

Identifier

Scheme
GB-COH
Id
05280446

Additional Identifiers

Entry 1
Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PDVT-6171-VHCX

Address

Street Address
1 Bartholomew Close
Locality
London
Postal Code
EC1A 7BL
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKI31

Contact

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
publicUndertaking
Description
Public undertaking

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · London · UKI31 · EC1A 7BL · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · GG · Guernsey
  • Delivery location · IM · Isle of Man
  • Delivery location · JE · Jersey
  • Delivery location · UK · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

2 published notice versions reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

2 VERSIONS
  1. 043057-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·
  2. 050314-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·