Tender

NHS Engineering graduate scheme pilot

NHS ENGLAND

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Tender

11 Oct 2024 at 08:25

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Tender

19 Sep 2024 at 09:10

Tender Notice
Tender

11 Sep 2024 at 13:50

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS England invites suppliers to tender for the set-up of a national NHS engineering graduate pilot scheme, described in the opportunity titled "NHS Engineering graduate scheme pilot." The scheme falls under the industry category of Education and training services (CPV: 80000000) and is intended to support the recruitment and development of engineering graduates within NHS trusts. The procurement method is an open procedure (below threshold), with a contract period starting on 8th October 2024 and ending on 7th October 2026. Key dates include the tender period closing on 27th September 2024, with engagement from October 2024 to December 2026, targeting the first cohort of graduates to commence in September 2025. The programme will primarily be rolled out in the United Kingdom, focusing on NHS trusts, with crucial components supported by apprenticeship levy funding.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in recruitment, educational programmes, and organisational support services. The contracted supplier will play a key role in onboarding and managing a new cohort of engineering graduates, which includes marketing, recruitment, mentorship, and programme evaluation. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to apply, given their potential to provide innovative and tailored solutions. This opportunity may appeal to businesses that have expertise in both educational initiatives and the healthcare sector. Successfully executing this tender could lead to future NHS contracts and enhance a supplier’s portfolio within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS Engineering graduate scheme pilot

Notice Description

This Invitation to Quote (ITQ) has been prepared by NHS England and NHS Improvement (the 'Authority'). The Authority is looking for a Supplier for the set-up provision of a national NHS engineering graduate pilot scheme. Proposed engagement for this programme set up will be from October 2024 until December 2026. The scheme aim is to support a minimum of seven graduates in the first cohort from Sep 2025, running from this date to Aug 2028 with potential annual cohorts thereafter subject to need and available budget. The supplier will oversee the recruitment, management, and support of graduates, who will be placed in NHS trusts. The trusts will pay the graduates' salaries, and an additional one-off fee will ensure the programme's sustainability. It is the one-off fee from trusts that will support the programme post Dec 2026. The funding available in the ITQ ( Invitation to Quote) is for set up costs only. Educational components are apprenticeship levy funded. The supplier will need to engage with educational provider(s) and other stakeholders to support successful educational aspect to the programme. The supplier will deliver marketing, recruitment, mentorship, and pastoral care for the graduates, as well as monitor and evaluate the programme. Context: The 2022 NHS Estates and Facilities Workforce Action Plan emphasises two critical actions: 1. Building the next generation of Estates, Facilities, and Maintenance (EFM) professionals. 2. Embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion into recruitment and development processes. To achieve these goals, a bespoke NHS Estates graduate scheme is crucial for attracting new talent. The scheme aligns with several key priorities: i) Increase technical engineering capacity within NHS Estates, which will help reduce operational risks, cut costs, and improve patient safety, care quality, and overall experience. ii) Enhance leadership development within the Estates and Facilities division, creating a robust leadership pipeline. Currently, the NHS employs approximately 500 engineers who utilise technical and project management skills to develop and maintain the NHS estate. However, significant challenges remain in recruiting and retaining a skilled technical workforce due to a national shortage of talent and unfavorable labour market conditions. As a result, NHS Estates has become highly reliant on external contractors, underscoring the need to cultivate talent internally. Further detail and the tender documents can be downloaded from the link below : - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-07c83b02-30b8-43af-8c37-41dfe6aa4b55
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69988da1-9c97-4618-8521-ffb965fda334
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Oct 2024 - 7 Oct 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

Notice Documents

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