NHS Central East ICB Awards Advice and Guidance Services Contract

NHS Central East Integrated Care Board has awarded a contract for the provision of Advice and Guidance Services to support healthcare delivery across the region.

The contract has been awarded to Consultant Connect Limited through a direct award process and is valued at £429,000 including VAT.

The service will commence on 1 July 2026 and run until 31 July 2027, with the option to extend for up to a further 13 months, potentially taking the contract through to 31 August 2028, subject to approval and continued service requirements.

Advice and Guidance services are designed to support communication between healthcare professionals, enabling clinicians to access specialist advice and expertise to inform patient care and clinical decision-making.

Contract Details

Contracting Authority: NHS Central East Integrated Care Board

Contract Title: 2089 Advice and Guidance

Reference: C450722

Supplier: Consultant Connect Limited

Contract Value: £429,000 including VAT (£357,500 excluding VAT)

Award Date: 15 April 2026

Contract Period: 1 July 2026 to 31 July 2027

Extension Option: Up to 13 months, potentially extending the contract to 31 August 2028

Procedure: Direct Award

CPV Code: 85100000 – Health services

The contract will support the provision of Advice and Guidance Services for NHS Central East Integrated Care Board, helping to facilitate access to specialist clinical advice across the healthcare system.

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