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Title Digital and Technology Solutions Specialist Level 7

NHS BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY

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22 Apr 2025 at 13:57

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Business Services Authority has concluded a public procurement process for the "Digital and Technology Solutions Specialist Level 7" apprenticeship services. This tender was managed under a limited competition procurement method, falling below the threshold for wider competition. The award of this contract to QA Limited was completed as of 21st April 2025. The procurement process relates to the services category, centring on e-learning and education and training services, specifically located in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK. The contract spans from the start date of 21st April 2025 to 19th July 2027, with a total value of £18,690 GBP, reflecting a gross amount of £22,428 GBP. The contract was signed on 11th April 2025 and marks a completed stage in the procurement lifecycle.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in digital education and technology solutions, specifically those capable of delivering advanced-level apprenticeship programs. Organisations similar to QA Limited, especially those with established reputations in e-learning and training services, are ideal candidates for future procurement opportunities in this domain. The process highlights a trend towards investing in digital skill development within the public sector, offering extensive business growth potential for educational firms and tech solution providers. Engaging in such contracts allows businesses to extend their public sector portfolio, establishing themselves as key players in national skill enhancement initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Title Digital and Technology Solutions Specialist Level 7

Notice Description

This contract is for the provision of a Digital and Technology Solutions Specialist Level 7 apprenticeship.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0505bb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016278-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited 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

80420000 - E-learning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£18,690 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
20 Apr 2025 - 19 Jul 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nhsbsa.commercialservicesteam@nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE15 8NY
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Lemington
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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