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title: What CQC, NICE, the Procurement Act and HBN guidance mean
description: What CQC, NICE, the Procurement Act and NHS estates guidance mean for healthcare specifiers and why getting it right starts before the project does
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# [What CQC, NICE, the Procurement Act and HBN guidance mean](https://www.contourheating.co.uk/blog/what-cqc-nice-the-procurement-act-and-nhs-estates-guidance-mean)

 Written by [Gareth Jones](https://www.contourheating.co.uk/blog/author/gareth-jones) | 01 May 2026 12:30:06 Z

## **And why getting it right starts before the project starts matters**

Procurement in NHS and public-sector healthcare isn't just about price. It's about evidence, accountability, and long-term performance in environments where corners can't be cut.

 

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