Contract award · 27 Mar 2026

NHS App

NHS England awarded “NHS App” to Ibm United Kingdom Limited for £160m on 27 Mar 2026.

IT servicesYorkshire and the Humber

BuyerNHS England
Value £160m

Procedure

Procedure as published: Other -.

Key facts

Buyer
NHS England · Ministry or any other national or federal authority, including their regional or local subdivisions
Value
£160,100,000
Procedure
Other -
Sector
IT services · IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support (CPV 72000000)
Timeline
  1. Contract date27 Mar 2026
  2. Published2 Apr 2026Published 6 days after the contract date

Description

The NHS App is at the forefront of transforming how patients and the public engage with health and care services - improving access and convenience; easing pressure on frontline staff; and empowering users to take greater control in line with the NHS' 10 Year Health Plan. Ongoing improvements to features, functionality and user experience is evolving the App into a go-to health companion. Providing easy access to health records and information alongside timely reminders and results; streamlined journeys and intelligent navigation for unplanned care through AI triage; and the ability to access hospital quality care at home. Following the completion of a competitive procurement process and due governance, IBM has been formally appointed as a strategic delivery partner as we continue to develop secure, reliable and user-centred pathways and services at scale. Additional information: NHS App Delivery Partner Call Off Contract - Mixed Investment

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Date Contract Supplier Value
27 Mar 2026 Ibm United Kingdom Limited £160m
27 Mar 2026 Ibm United Kingdom Limited £160m

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