NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
88Good
1.6vs last year
#1041 in UK
#53 in East of England

Company Information

Company Number
05280446
Registered Address
Three, Cherry Trees Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 7AH
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,036
Turnover
£101,241,000
EBITDA
£16,109,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
8 November 2004
Nature of Business
62020 - Information technology consultancy activities
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
East of England

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
28 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
90%
31-60 Days
9%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms12%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-07-31
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202531 Jul 20252890%9%1%12%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202430 Jul 20242591%8%1%12%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202331 Jan 20242986%12%3%15%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202331 Jul 20232590%9%1%14%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202130 Jul 20212891%8%1%10%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20202591%8%1%11%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201931 Jan 20202486%11%4%16%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201801 Feb 20191888%9%3%17%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201806 Aug 20182189%7%4%36%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Standard payment terms are Net 30 days, calculated from the date that a valid invoice is received by Sopra Steria. This is in accordance with our Purchase Order and Supplier Contract terms and conditions.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Website: https://www.soprasteria.co.uk/about-us/working-with-suppliers We have a 2-stage complaints procedure. At each stage it will help us to resolve your complaint quickly if you can give us as much clear detail as possible, including any documents and correspondence and stating that you are making a complaint in line with our procedure. The stages of the Supplier Payment Complaints procedure Stage 1 This is the first opportunity for Sopra Steria to resolve a complainant’s dissatisfaction, and the majority of complaints will be resolved at this stage. In the first instance, we will try to get your payment complaint resolved by the Head of the Accounts Payable team. Upon receipt of your complaint we will contact the Head of the Accounts Payable and ask them to deal with your complaint. Please add the following subject line to your letter/e-mail: Stage 1 Supplier Payment Complaint FAO Head of Accounts Payable. Stage 2 If you are dissatisfied with this response you may request a review by the Chief Accountant. Your request should be sent to the address given in the Contact Us section of the website, with the subject line: Stage 2 Supplier Payment Complaint FAO Chief Accountant. It will be forwarded to the Chief Accountant for a review. Timescales for handling a complaint Stage 1 - maximum 20 working days •acknowledgement within 5 working days •full response within 20 working days Stage 2 – maximum 20 working days •acknowledgement within 5 working days •full response within 20 working days

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

NHS Shared Business Services Limited (NHS SBS) is a joint venture between the UK Department of Health and Social Care and French multinational corporation Sopra Steria. Established in 2005, NHS SBS provides business support services to the National Health Service (NHS) and other public sector organizations in order to drive efficiency and savings.

The company offers a range of services including finance and accounting, procurement, human resources, and payroll. These services are delivered through a combination of technology, people, and processes, resulting in improved efficiency and cost savings for its clients.

In addition to its core business activities, NHS SBS is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. These include reducing waste, recycling, and promoting energy efficiency. The company also works closely with its clients to help them achieve their own sustainability goals.

NHS SBS is led by a team of experienced professionals, including CEO David Morris and Executive Director Peter Akid. The company is headquartered in London and has several offices across the UK. Its registered office address is Fleet Business Park, Fleet Road, Fleet, Hampshire, GU51 3QT.

The company's website, www.sbs.nhs.uk, provides information about its services, sustainability efforts, and news updates. It also offers resources for potential clients and suppliers to learn more about working with NHS SBS. Overall, NHS Shared Business Services Limited plays a crucial role in supporting the NHS and public sector organizations, while also promoting sustainability and efficiency in its operations.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£49,836,000
Net Worth
£54,320,000
Total Current Assets
£79,346,000
Total Current Liabilities
£28,451,000

Company Location