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Pharmacy Access to Programme

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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16 Oct 2023 at 14:23

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17 Nov 2022 at 08:49

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Summary of the contracting process

The Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) is inviting tenders for the "Pharmacy Access to Programme" under the services category of education and training services. The procurement process, currently in the active stage, involves two lots: "Face to Face Delivery" and "Distance Learning." The anticipated services commencement date is around 5th January 2023, with a tender period ending on 7th December 2022. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the authority is seeking qualified providers to deliver qualifications for the Modern Apprentice Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician Training Programme across Wales.

This tender from HEIW offers opportunities for businesses providing education and training services to engage with the healthcare workforce development in Wales. Businesses offering face-to-face and distance learning solutions, especially in the field of healthcare education, are well-suited to compete. Interested parties can access the tender documentation via the Bravo eTenderwales portal. The submission deadline for bids is 7th December 2022, with a bid validity period until 7th March 2023. The authority highlights the importance of delivering social value and community benefits in line with economic, environmental, and social objectives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Pharmacy Access to Programme

Notice Description

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) is a Special Health Authority and sits alongside Health Boards and Trusts. HEIW have a leading role in the education, training, development, and shaping of the healthcare workforce, supporting high-quality care for the people of Wales. HEIW are an approved City and Guilds centre for the delivery of the PRPT Programme across Wales; the PRPT Programme is funded and delivered through an apprenticeship framework by the Welsh Government (WG). HEIW are seeking a provider(s) to fulfil a need for delivery of one or more qualifications, being GCSE or level 2 equivalent, which will allow candidates to meet the compulsory entry criteria for the HEIW Modern Apprentice Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician Training Programme (PRPT). The compulsory entry criteria of the PRPT are for individuals to hold a minimum of 4 GCSE's at grade C or above (or level 2 equivalent) including English, Maths, Science and also offer Digital Literacy. HEIW are looking for a provider that will be able to provide the above qualifications as detailed in the Instruction To Bidder documentation.

Lot Information

Face to Face Delivery

Face to Face Delivery - Lot 1 is further broken down into geographical sub-lots (therefore requiring face to face learning takes place within the geographical boundary of the Health Board) as demonstrated under table 1 below. The Contractor(s) will therefore be required to deliver education and training Services within the Geographic Boundaries of the Sub-lot(s) they are bidding for. It is the Contracting Authority's intention to award one Contract per Sub-lot and as appropriate, Accordingly, each Sub-lot will be evaluated separately.

Renewal: 12 months optional extension

Distance Learning

Distance Learning - The Contractor is required to deliver the required qualification of Synchronous Learning and Asynchronous Learning to support those employed within NHS Wales and by providers to NHS Wales to achieve the required GCSE's qualification. The Lot shall be awarded to one supplier and delivery requirement are detailed below: Via a virtual learning environment provide a distance learning approach: -Provide learning materials online. -This approach to learning should be supported with both synchronous and asynchronous learning activity. -Provide regular access to a dedicated tutor. -Provide access to Student forums and learning events. -Whilst on Placement, Students should be supported with synchronous learning activities. -The EP must allow Students to access a full online library service and support service.

Renewal: 12 month optional extension

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0385f8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030461-2023
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80100000 - Primary education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£182,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Dec 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Oct 20232 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF15 7QZ
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Further Information

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