The UK public sector spent approximately £3.4 billion on consultancy services in 2023/24, while NHS trusts in England each spend on average £1.2 million, utilising consultants to help meet the challenges of constant change and rising demand. But with increased scrutiny on consultancy spend, it’s important to get it right and demonstrate value for money.
Our Consultancy and Advisory Services for Health Framework Agreement covers digital transformation, estate management, and healthcare planning to help organisations adapt to new technologies, improve patient care, and meet net-zero commitments:
- Consultants provide expertise in areas including carbon accounting, developing green plans, and implementing sustainable practices to reduce environmental impact.
- Consultancy and advisory services help organisations leverage digital technologies to modernise operations, enhance customer experience, and achieve digital transformation goals.
- For healthcare, consultancy and advisory services can improve patient flow by identifying how to optimise the movement of patients through healthcare systems, reducing wait times and improving efficiency. It can also offer expertise in identifying, analysing, and developing solutions to reduce disparities in health outcomes.
By leveraging consultancy skills, the public sector can optimise its resources, operations and enhance service delivery.
Framework Agreement Information
The framework agreement provides the NHS and wider public sector with a compliant route to market for the provision of consultancy and advisory services, with a particular focus on meeting the specific needs of the healthcare sector. Services covered include healthcare, corporate, social value and sustainability, IT, HR and property consultancy services.
What dates is the framework agreement active?
18 March 2024 – 17 March 2028
Who can take advantage of the framework agreement?
NHS and UK Public Sector organisations
How was the framework agreement procured?
Further competition and direct award
Via this framework agreement, you can run a further competition, or choose to direct award to a supplier in compliance with Regulation 33 of the Public Contracts Regulations.
How we can support?
We offer different levels of support, including SME advice and robust templates for you to easily run your own process, or additional support to design and run a further competition on your behalf.
How can I access the framework agreement?
Access framework agreement documentation via our Customer Framework Agreement Portal (CFAP)
The framework agreement has been structured in the following lots:
What are the benefits of using this framework agreement?
DIRECT AWARD
The framework agreement gives freedom, flexibility, and ease for all contracting authorities to direct award to their preferred supplier(s).
FURTHER COMPETITION
Contracting authorities can run a further competition under the framework agreement in order to increase value and obtain further competitive pricing as result.
PRICING OPTIONS
A range of pricing options available for different grades of consultants to ensure value for money on your requirements.
PRE-APPROVED SUPPLIERS
A range of pre-approved suppliers to suit all requirements, from regional SME specialists to national providers to meet your needs.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Customers and suppliers have one set of contractual terms and conditions, so there’s no need for redrafting and/or renegotiating terms for each procurement exercise.
DEDICATED SUPPORT
Dedicated support and expert advice available from our Business Services team to support you.
What our Customers Say...
“I had a very positive experience using the Consultancy and Advisory Services for Health Framework Agreement. The range of suppliers is extensive, offering a variety of options to suit different needs. Additionally, the support team at NHS SBS has been outstanding—they are highly responsive, with helpful, detailed guidance. Overall, the process has been smooth and efficient thanks to their diligent support.”
An NHS SBS framework agreement customer
Supplier Details
Strategic Procurement Support
If this framework agreement doesn’t cover the goods or services you require, or a framework agreement isn’t the optimal route to market for your needs, we can provide tailored strategic procurement support. Find out more here.
