Seeking immediate partnerships for the pilot stage of VBP rollout
The UK's Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is inviting NHS trusts and Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) of all sizes and specialties to participate in the pilot stage of Value Based Procurement (VBP) in the NHS in England. The pilots, scheduled for September to December 2025, aim to pave the way for a potential paradigm shift in NHS purchasing.
The draft guidance for VBP will be used in these pilots, and any learnings from the pilots will be taken on board before the final version is rolled out in early Spring 2026. This is in line with the commitments made in the NHS 10-Year Plan and the Life Sciences Sector plan.
While the exact nominal deadline for NHS organizations to self-nominate for potential VBP pilots has not been explicitly stated, procurement-related regional and national deadlines around early September 2025 may be relevant for engagement or submissions.
For MedTech suppliers seeking to engage NHS partners for VBP pilots, general best practices include early and collaborative engagement with NHS Integrated Care Boards and Trusts that are interested in innovation and efficiency improvements. Proposals should align with NHS priorities such as productivity, efficiency, patient outcomes, and cost reduction. Compliance with current procurement and legislative frameworks is also essential, particularly in Wales where adherence to the Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025 and the Procurement Act 2023 is required.
Suppliers and NHS organizations are advised to consult directly with NHS England or the relevant Integrated Care Board procurement teams for the most precise deadline and detailed process. Interested NHS organizations can express their interest by contacting [email protected].
Inquiries or comments about the AI used in this article can be directed to [email protected]. This article was prepared using AI.
Sources:
- NHS England
- Government consultations summary
- Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025
- Procurement Act 2023
- Annual reports of NHS Trusts
- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
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