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DHSC:ASC Adult Social Care Nurse Prescribing Pilot EvaluationAdult Social Care (ASC) nurse prescribing pilot programme, which is providing funding to upskill registered nurses (RNs) in ASC to undertake modules in prescribing. This will enable RNs to presc

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has successfully completed the tender process for the evaluation of the Adult Social Care (ASC) nurse prescribing pilot programme. This initiative aims to enhance the skills of registered nurses by providing funding to undertake modules in prescribing, allowing them to prescribe medicines within ASC settings independently of GPs or other medical professionals. With a focus on feasibility study, advisory service, and analysis, the contract, valued at £150,000, has been awarded to ICF CONSULTING SERVICES LIMITED. The procurement method was selective, specifically involving a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The procurement is classified under CPV code 71241000 and covers services across the United Kingdom. The contract period spans from 17th November 2025 to 31st March 2027.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in healthcare advisory services and evaluations, particularly those experienced in the social care sector. Although not specifically targeted at SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with expertise in upskilling healthcare professionals and conducting programme evaluations stand to benefit from competing in similar future opportunities. The awarded contract to ICF CONSULTING SERVICES LIMITED demonstrates a promising avenue for consultancy firms aiming to expand their portfolio in public health initiatives. Continued collaboration with government bodies such as DHSC can lead to further impactful contributions in the field of public healthcare improvement.

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Notice Title

DHSC:ASC Adult Social Care Nurse Prescribing Pilot EvaluationAdult Social Care (ASC) nurse prescribing pilot programme, which is providing funding to upskill registered nurses (RNs) in ASC to undertake modules in prescribing. This will enable RNs to presc

Notice Description

Adult Social Care (ASC) nurse prescribing pilot programme, which is providing funding to upskill registered nurses (RNs) in ASC to undertake modules in prescribing. This will enable RNs to prescribe medicines to care users within ASC settings, without relying on GPs or other medical professionals.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6e975b90-9629-46ab-97ad-9764fb889829
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe213c79-6a95-45ae-897d-07aaeb8f1d6c
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Nov 20255 months ago
Contract Period
17 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
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
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICF CONSULTING SERVICES

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