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Massive Open Online Course Platform - Digital Learning Services

NHS ENGLAND

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21 Nov 2025 at 10:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent award by NHS England focuses on the procurement of a digital learning platform designed to host Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) targeted at NHS organisations. The tender, titled "Massive Open Online Course Platform - Digital Learning Services," with a total value of £45,000, falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems (CPV: 48000000). NHS England led the procurement process through a selective method involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded to Futurelearn Limited on 19th November 2025 and is set to begin on 19th January 2025, lasting for a year until 18th January 2026. This opportunity notably encompasses a wide geographic scope including UK postal code areas, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other global locations.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in digital educational services, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering robust online platforms. With the NHS's commitment to enhancing digital learning provisions, tech firms offering innovative and scalable solutions tailored to the educational sector stand to benefit significantly. Such contracts not only provide a stable revenue stream but also allow businesses to strengthen their portfolio and reputation by collaborating with a reputable public health provider. This tender's conclusion highlights the potential for further similar engagements within the public sector, offering growth and visibility to businesses equipped with cutting-edge technological capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Massive Open Online Course Platform - Digital Learning Services

Notice Description

Provision of a Digital Learning Platform, to create and host NHS authored Massive Open Online Courses, accessible to NHS organisations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0cbe3a24-1ea1-45e3-a735-fa8966eb3d6d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9392d37-efa4-4cd8-bed6-8db5dd6072ca
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
19 Jan 2025 - 18 Jan 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
NHSE DDAT Commercial Team
Contact Email
england.commercialqueries@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FUTURELEARN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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