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W002181 Independent Prescribing for Optometrists - Postgraduate Ocular Therapeutics (Part-Time Course)

NHS Education for Scotland

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Summary of the contracting process

NHS Education for Scotland has completed the procurement process for the tender titled "W002181 Independent Prescribing for Optometrists – Postgraduate Ocular Therapeutics (Part-Time Course)" in the education and training services category (CPV 80000000). The procurement was conducted under a limited method due to the unique qualifications of the supplier. The process was finalised with the award being made on 7th June 2024, and Glasgow Caledonian University, located in Glasgow, Scotland, was appointed as the supplier for this contract. The contract value is £97,500 and pertains to services provided within the UK region UKM.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses involved in specialised educational and training services. The focus on postgraduate ocular therapeutics means that entities with expertise in optometry education and those capable of delivering part-time courses with a blend of online and in-person learning might find this landscape beneficial. Companies that can navigate the stringent requirements of accreditation bodies like the General Optical Council will be especially well-suited to compete in this arena. Engaging in such contracts can enhance reputation and provide entry into specialised segments of the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

W002181 Independent Prescribing for Optometrists - Postgraduate Ocular Therapeutics (Part-Time Course)

Notice Description

Independent Prescribing for Optometrists - Postgraduate Ocular Therapeutics (Part-Time Course)

Lot Information

Lot 1

Independent Prescribing for Optometrists - Postgraduate Ocular Therapeutics (Part-Time Course)

Procurement Information

Glasgow Caledonian University is the only accredited training provider for this course in Scotland. Within Scotland, Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is the only education provider currently offering the Independent Prescribing Qualification. The qualification offered at GCU offers a blended learning approach and at least one live learning day per module (3 modules in total). Out with Scotland there are other education providers who can offer this course however attending these institutes would require excessive travel and additional expense. Other UK providers offer the qualification, however only via distance learning only package

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-046e47
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007861-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£97,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jun 20242 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS Education for Scotland
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G72 7PW
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Cambuslang West
Westminster Constituency
Rutherglen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Glasgow Caledonian University

Further Information

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