What's included
DCB0129
compliance aligned within every engagement
the problem
The problem with approaching NHS procurement underprepared
Most digital health companies arrive at a procurement opportunity with a product that works but a compliance position that is not ready. They either rush to fill gaps under deadline pressure, submit incomplete evidence that gets rejected, or lose the opportunity to a competitor that simply had better documentation.
The NHS does not reward great products that are poorly evidenced. It rewards products that are great and provably compliant.
Deliverables
What's included
Strategy
Procurement landscape review and evidence gap analysis before any submission work begins.
- Tender specification and requirements review
- Compliance gap analysis across all procurement criteria
- Evidence collection plan and submission timeline
Build
Full procurement evidence pack constructed to commissioner standard.
- DTAC self-assessment and evidence compilation
- Clinical safety documentation alignment
- Procurement narrative and product positioning
Handoff
Pre-submission review, final compliance check, and submission-ready package.
- Independent pre-submission quality review
- Gap resolution before filing
- Complete submission-ready documentation pack
Support
Post-submission advisory through commissioner review and due diligence.
- Commissioner query and clarification responses
- Due diligence support and documentation updates
- Resubmission support if initial review requires revision
How we work
A process built for results
Clear milestones, consultant-led accountability, and no surprises about what commissioners require. Here’s how we get from intake to submitted.
Discovery & Gap Analysis
We review the tender specification, map your current compliance position, and identify every gap between where you are and what the commissioner requires
Evidence Mapping & Compliance Alignment
We align your DTAC, DCB0129, data protection, and interoperability evidence to the procurement criteria and build a structured collection plan
Submission Build & Review
We construct your full procurement evidence pack, conduct an independent pre-submission review, and resolve every outstanding gap before filing
Submit + Commissioner Support
We support you through commissioner queries, clarification requests, due diligence processes, and any resubmission requirements
Procurement support examples
See what's possible
First NHS Procurement Submission
- First submission passed. Contract secured.
Failed Bid Recovery
- Gaps closed. Second submission approved.
NHS Framework Application
- Framework listed. Recurring procurement pipeline opened.
What clients say
Alex Rivera
The team didn’t just build an automation; they re-engineered our entire operations workflow. We’re moving twice as fast now.
Sarah Jenkins
“Finally, an automation partner who actually understands enterprise security requirements. No hand-waving, just solid execution.”
Michael Rodriguez
“The team understood our complex integration requirements and built something that just works. Worth every penny.”
Marcia Solis
They made sense of our complex requirements and produced a solution that just works. Couldn’t be happier with the value.
Adam Smith
They quickly grasped our complicated integration needs and delivered a solution that works flawlessly. Absolutely worth the investment.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before we start working together.
How long does a typical advisory engagement take?
It depends on the scope. A DTAC self-assessment support engagement typically runs 4–6 weeks. A full DCB0129 clinical safety documentation package is usually 6–10 weeks. Ongoing CSO support is structured as a monthly retainer with no fixed end date. We scope every engagement at the discovery call so you know exactly what to expect before we start.
Do you work with early-stage digital health startups?
Yes — and it’s where early investment in compliance pays off most. Many founders wait until a procurement opportunity arises before addressing regulatory requirements, which costs time and deals. We help early-stage teams build the right foundations from the start so compliance becomes a commercial asset, not a last-minute hurdle.
Can you support NHS procurement submissions directly?
Yes. We support teams through NHS and ICB procurement processes including tender preparation, compliance evidence mapping, and DTAC submission. We understand what commissioners look for and how to structure evidence to meet those expectations.
What is DCB0129 and do I need it?
DCB0129 is the NHS clinical risk management standard for health IT systems. If your product is used in a clinical setting, interfaces with patient data, or is being procured by an NHS organisation, you almost certainly need it. It requires a documented clinical safety case, a hazard log, and sign-off by a qualified Clinical Safety Officer. We handle all of this.
Do you work with international clients outside the UK?
Yes. We advise international digital health companies seeking to enter the UK market — covering regulatory positioning, DTAC readiness, NHS procurement strategy, and clinical safety requirements. We also support GCC-based health technology investors and health system buyers navigating the UK digital health landscape.
What happens after the initial discovery call?
Within one business day of your call, we send a written summary of your regulatory position and a proposed engagement scope. If you are ready to proceed, we issue a fixed-scope agreement and begin onboarding. There is no obligation after the discovery call; it is purely a diagnostic conversation..
Can you review compliance documentation we've already started?
Yes. We regularly step into engagements mid-stream; reviewing existing hazard logs, safety cases, DTAC evidence packs, and regulatory submissions. We identify gaps, correct errors, and get your documentation to a standard that holds up under scrutiny. You do not need to start from scratch to work with us.
