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Postgraduate higher qualifications for HEIW

HEALTH EDUCATION AND IMPROVEMENT WALES (HEIW)

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12 Nov 2024 at 10:17

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27 Sep 2024 at 07:46

Summary of the contracting process

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) has completed a procurement process for the commissioning of postgraduate higher qualifications in optometry for the 2024-2025 period. The contract, which falls under the category of Education and Training Services (CPV code 80000000), was awarded on 23rd September 2023 to Cardiff University. This specific requirement was mandated to support the upskilling of the optometry workforce in Wales to meet the new NHS optometry contract demands. The procurement method was a limited procedure without a prior call for competition, and the award process is completed. The key milestone in this process is the delivery of qualifications including Independent Prescribing, Medical Retina, and Glaucoma certificates at Postgraduate Level 7, all critical for enhancing optometric services under a new banding system.

This contract provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services at the university level, particularly those offering advanced professional qualifications. Cardiff University's unique position as the sole provider of the necessary qualifications in Wales, backed by dedicated Welsh Government funding, ensures that businesses can develop strong local collaborations and partake in a significant regional development initiative. SMEs in the education sector, consulting services, and firms with digital learning solutions tailored to postgraduate and professional upskilling can find potential engagements in supporting or augmenting Cardiff University's delivery capabilities. This alignment with workforce and economic support initiatives further enhances the growth potential for entities engaged in educational and professional training services.

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Notice Title

Postgraduate higher qualifications for HEIW

Notice Description

A STA is required for the commissioning of higher qualifications in optometry for the 2024-2025 period, to be delivered by Cardiff University. This is essential to support the upskilling of the optometry workforce in Wales to meet the demands of the new NHS optometry contract. Cardiff University is the sole higher education institution (HEI) in Wales offering the necessary Level 7 qualifications, ensuring accessibility and alignment with workforce needs. Other HEIs in England offer similar courses but are not eligible for Welsh Government funding, making Cardiff University uniquely positioned for this tender.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The commissioning of higher qualifications for optometrists in Wales through a STA is required for the 2024-2025 period. This is driven by the need to upskill the optometry workforce to deliver the enhanced services under the new NHS optometry contract, which utilises a Banding system and includes additional remuneration for Independent Prescribing and other advanced services. The qualifications required include Independent Prescribing, Medical Retina, and Glaucoma certificates, among others, all of which are offered at Postgraduate Level 7. Cardiff University is uniquely positioned to deliver these courses, as it is the only higher education institution (HEI) in Wales that provides the requisite qualifications, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality training and excellent outcomes. While similar qualifications are available at HEIs in England, the funding from HEIW is exclusive to Welsh-based optometrists, making Cardiff University the only institution that can access these resources. Additionally, choosing a Welsh HEI minimises travel time and environmental impact while supporting the Welsh economy. For these reasons, Cardiff University is the only suitable provider for the timely delivery of these qualifications to meet the 2024-2025 workforce requirements and ensure compliance with the new NHS contract standards.

Procurement Information

The commissioning of higher qualifications for optometrists in Wales through an STA is required for the 2024-2025 period. This is driven by the need to upskill the optometry workforce to deliver the enhanced services under the new NHS optometry contract, which utilises a Banding system and includes additional remuneration for Independent Prescribing and other advanced services. The qualifications required include Independent Prescribing, Medical Retina, and Glaucoma certificates, among others, all of which are offered at Postgraduate Level 7.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04a360
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036524-2024
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

80430000 - Adult-education services at university level

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£178,220 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Sep 20232 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HEALTH EDUCATION AND IMPROVEMENT WALES (HEIW)
Contact Name
SAIRAM KUNURI
Contact Email
sairam.kunuri@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7435577774

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF15 7QQ
Post Town
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARDIFF UNIVERSITY

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