Award

Title Digital and Technology Solutions Specialist Level 7

NHS BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY

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Award

22 Apr 2025 at 13:57

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Business Services Authority, a central government public authority in the United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the "Digital and Technology Solutions Specialist Level 7" apprenticeship. This tender, situated in Newcastle upon Tyne, belongs to the education and training services industry, specifically targeting e-learning solutions. The procurement followed a limited competition method, not exceeding threshold limits. The contract, awarded to QA Limited, was signed on 11th April 2025, officially commencing on 21st April 2025 and concluding on 19th July 2027, with a gross value of £22,428.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in education and technology services, especially those with capabilities in developing and managing e-learning solutions. Companies that can offer advanced digital training and technology integration services would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in the future, as the demand for such expertise in the public sector continues to grow. Engaging in such contracts not only provides revenue growth but also enhances the reputation of the involved firms as key players in the public sector's digital transformation initiatives.

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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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0505bc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016279-2025
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

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

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