Healthcare Science - Higher Specialist Scientist Training (HSST) and Programme

NHS ENGLAND

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PlanningUpdate

15 May 2026 at 12:46

Planning

20 May 2025 at 15:04

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by NHS England, focuses on delivering the Higher Specialist Scientist Training (HSST) programme, which aims to develop Clinical Scientists into senior positions such as Consultant Clinical Scientists. This initiative is set within the Education and Training industry category and is part of the service sector using a light-touch regime. Located in London, the procurement is currently in the planning stage with a start date of 1st September 2027 and a contract period extending until 31st August 2032, with potential renewal up to 2034. A planned procurement notice was published on 15th May 2026, and future communications are expected by 22nd June 2026.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in education and training services, particularly those able to deliver niche scientific training programmes. It is well-suited for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations capable of delivering high-quality specialist education and aligned training programmes. By participating, businesses can collaborate with NHS England to play a vital role in shaping the future capacity and leadership within the UK's health sciences, opening avenues for further partnerships within the public health sector.

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Notice Title

Healthcare Science - Higher Specialist Scientist Training (HSST) and Programme

Notice Description

This procurement is to find a supplier(s) for the delivery of the Higher Specialist Scientist Training (HSST) programme. The HSST programme is a fast-track training programme to develop Clinical Scientists into the most senior scientists/Consultant Clinical Scientists so there are enough senior leaders to efficiently implement the NHS 10-Year Health Plan and Life Sciences Sector Plan as appropriate on a scientific level.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05194a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044927-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
22 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2027 - 31 Aug 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

Notice Documents

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