Tender

RFQ - NELFT Mentoring Skills Training

NORTH EAST LONDON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST SHARED SERVICE

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Tender

29 Jan 2026 at 13:52

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the North East London NHS Foundation Trust Shared Service, which is seeking tenders for "RFQ - NELFT Mentoring Skills Training" under the industry category of "Training services" (CPV 80500000). Located in Ilford, the process is currently in the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions on 12 February 2026. The contract is valued at £14,000 GBP and is scheduled to run from 2 March 2026 to 1 March 2027. This tender requires participants to apply via the Atamis e-sourcing portal, with support available through a helpdesk. The procurement method is categorised as "Other," indicating a less standardised approach.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in training services, particularly those with experience in mentoring skills development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-suited to compete, given the indicated suitability preferences. Participating businesses have the chance to align with a reputable NHS Trust and contribute to the professional development of its staff, which could foster long-term business relationships and expand their portfolio in the public health sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFQ - NELFT Mentoring Skills Training

Notice Description

NELFT deliver regular mentoring workshops for all staff as part of the strategy to recruit, retain and develop our workforce. Mentoring is an important function throughout our organization and we know many individuals have benefited from the support offered by a strong mentor. We want a range of leaders in our organisation to learn to perform this role effectively and to a standard that helps provide all the guidance and support a mentee might need. 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-b5fd17-48a64aff-9ad0-4c3e-b920-a7804270c4e0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9c1efc4-b3cd-42bf-ad84-b599d8b0bfcf
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£14,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 20262 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
NORTH EAST LONDON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST SHARED SERVICE
Contact Name
Dola Kolawole
Contact Email
procurement@nelft.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ILFORD
Postcode
IG3 8XJ
Post Town
Ilford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI53 Redbridge and Waltham Forest
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Redbridge
Electoral Ward
Seven Kings
Westminster Constituency
Ilford South

Further Information

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