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Provision of Simulated Patients

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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29 Oct 2024 at 12:07

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter Medical School has awarded a contract for the provision of simulated patients in the South West of the United Kingdom, specifically in Exeter (Devon) and Truro (Cornwall). This service, which falls under the industry category of Health and First-aid Training Services (CPV: 80560000), focuses on supporting the teaching and assessment of clinical and communication skills for undergraduate medicine students. The procurement process was completed through an open procedure with the contract awarded on 25 July 2024. The contract period begins on 1 September 2024 and ends on 31 August 2028, with a total value of £1,500,000. The buyer is the University of Exeter, and the supplier is Peel Roleplayer.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health training services, particularly those experienced in providing role-play and simulation scenarios for educational purposes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the project's suitability for such organisations. The long-term nature of the contract, spanning four years, ensures sustainable business growth and potential for further collaborations. Companies capable of delivering high-quality simulated patient experiences are well-suited to compete in this field. The open procurement method indicates a transparent and competitive selection process.

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Notice Title

Provision of Simulated Patients

Notice Description

The University of Exeter Medical School (UEMS) seeks to appoint a company to provide simulated patients in Exeter (Devon) and Truro (Cornwall). The simulated patients will be required for role play in teaching and assessment of clinical and communication skills for the undergraduate medicine programme.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e5d9efb9-c7b5-491c-b3a5-6dbc7c49bad4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8060026b-51b7-464e-9c67-e6b28bbd3eab
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80560000 - Health and first-aid training services

80561000 - Health training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2028 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Jodie Underhay
Contact Email
j.underhay@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PEEL ROLEPLAYER

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