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Tender

27 Jul 2026 at 12:52

Summary of the contracting process

The Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Master Vendor Solution for Clinical Workers under the CCS/GCA Framework RM6281. This procurement process, currently in the tender stage, involves the provision of clinical and healthcare staffing services, categorised under the CPV code 79625000. The procurement is specifically aimed at suppliers already awarded to Lot 5a of this framework. The tender is based in Cheltenham, with services to be delivered within the UK, and carries a contract value of £40 million. Interested parties must complete a Capability Assessment and, if successful, participate in a mini competition. The submission deadline for the tender is set for 12:00 BST on 10th August 2026, with the contract to commence on 1st April 2027 and last until 31st March 2032.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in providing medical staffing services, particularly those eligible under the specified CCS/GCA Framework Lot 5a. The sizable budget and long-term contract provide a reliable revenue stream and potential for growth in healthcare service provision. SMEs are considered suitable for this opportunity, allowing smaller enterprises to scale and establish partnerships with a major healthcare trust. This procurement process emphasises competitive bidding, which will benefit enterprises ready to showcase their capabilities in delivering comprehensive staffing solutions within the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

Master Vendor Solution for Clinical Workers

Notice Description

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking for Master Vendor Solution for Clinical Workers with provision for Direct Engagement. This Opportunity is being running under CCS/GCA Framework RM6281 - Lot5a - National Framework for the Provision of Clinical and Healthcare Staffing - Vendor and Managed Service - Master Vendor Only suppliers awarded to Lot 5a on this Framework are eligible to participate. This opportunity will initially require completion of a Capability Assessment. Suppliers meeting the capability requirements will be invited to participate in a Mini Competition. Additional information: This Opportunity is being running under CCS/GCA Framework RM6281 - Lot5a - National Framework for the Provision of Clinical and Healthcare Staffing - Lot 5a: Vendor and Managed Service - Master Vendor Only suppliers awarded to Lot 5a on this Framework are eligible to participate. To express an interest and participate in the assessment please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome Reference - C459506 Should Tenderers have any queries, or are having problems using the portal, they should contact the Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 0988 201 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk This opportunity will initially require completion of a Capability Assessment. Suppliers meeting the capability requirements will be invited to participate in a Mini Competition.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8411adc1-2671-4125-a622-a8540e24a401
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26ab63f3-dae5-40cf-b3c6-f235a74a907e
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79625000 - Supply services of medical personnel

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GLOUCESTERSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHELTENHAM
Postcode
GL53 7AN
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cheltenham
Electoral Ward
College
Westminster Constituency
Cheltenham

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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