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Published 13 Aug 2026

DHSC: National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR): Research Commissioning and Management Services Lot 3

Department of Health and Social Care · London

Key facts

Contract value
£83,601,254
Awarded
19 Jul 2026
Contract starts
19 Jul 2026
Contract ends
31 Mar 2032
Procedure
Competitive dialogue (above threshold)
Buyer type
Central government

Awarded to

SupplierValue
University of Southampton£83,601,254

Description

Lot 3, Research Commissioning for Population and Policy Research, is responsible for commissioning and managing research that informs health and care policy, public health, social care and service delivery. It provides the evidence needed by government, the NHS and wider health and care systems to make informed decisions, improve services, reduce health inequalities and support the adoption of effective interventions. Through strategic portfolio management, evidence synthesis, priority setting and stakeholder engagement, Lot 3 ensures research is aligned to national priorities and translates into meaningful improvements in policy and practice.

There are options to extend the contract by up to 4 years.

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