Scope
Description
Preliminary market consultation to inform the NHS commercial strategy for AI tools that assess and triage skin lesions for urgent skin cancer referrals. Please note all stated financial values in relation to this notice are nominal, as the financial envelope is yet to be defined. Projected contracting dates in the notice, similarly do not reflect any plans as these are yet to be defined. To express interest, review and respond to the request for information questionnaire please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal using the following link. https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome select live opportunities, navigate to the project titled: "AI tools that assess and triage skin lesions for urgent skin‑cancer referrals" (ref 419845) and follow the instructions to download, complete and upload your response to the questionnaire.
Total value (estimated)
- £1 excluding VAT
- £1 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2028
- 1 year
Main procurement category
Goods
Additional procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 48180000 - Medical software package
- 85121282 - Dermatology services
- 33100000 - Medical equipments
- 85150000 - Medical imaging services
- 33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use
Engagement
Engagement deadline
27 February 2026
Engagement process description
Preliminary Market Consultation regarding AI tools that assess and triage skin lesions for urgent skin‑cancer referrals
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
1 January 2027
Contracting authority
NHS England
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDPT-3135-BWWY
Wellington House, 133-135 Waterloo Rd
London
SE1 8UG
United Kingdom
Contact name: Laimonas Alekna
Email: england.commercial.np.healthtech@nhs.net
Website: https://www.england.nhs.uk/
Region: UKI45 - Lambeth
Organisation type: Public authority - central government