Procurement for the provision of genomics educational content

NHS ENGLAND

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

ContractTermination

15 Jun 2026 at 11:50

Award

27 Aug 2025 at 08:04

Award

18 Aug 2025 at 12:02

Summary of the contracting process

On 15th June 2026, NHS England, a central government authority in London, announced the termination of a contract related to the provision of genomics educational content. Despite the contract's termination status, the notice marks the conclusion of this specific procurement activity, which was originally managed through an open procedure. The procurement process was aimed at bolstering the NHS Genomics Education Programme (GEP), focusing on creating comprehensive educational resources in the rapidly evolving field of genomics. The original contract, valued at £150,000 net, commenced on 12th August 2025 and was set to end by 31st March 2026.

This procurement initiative created opportunities for organisations specialising in educational content development, particularly those with expertise in genomics and healthcare settings. It highlighted the demand for innovative and regularly updated content crucial for enhancing the NHS workforce's knowledge, especially in areas such as rare diseases and cancer. Companies with experience in health services, particularly SMEs capable of aligning with NHS strategies and possessing expertise in genomic medicine, stood well-positioned to partake in this bidding process. Furthermore, the approach allowed for potential contract renewals based on budgetary considerations, affording businesses the opportunity for sustained engagement and growth within the health education sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Procurement for the provision of genomics educational content

Notice Description

The GEP aims to provide a national hub for professional education in genomics in the NHS. Written content is core to most, if not all, our educational resources. As such, throughout the year, we are required to produce and maintain large volumes of written content in order to reach our target audience and successfully educate and inform. In addition to the production of new content, which is necessary if we are to continue to expand our audience and reach the professional groups we are tasked with reaching, there is also a requirement to review and revise existing content to make sure that it is up-to-date and remains fit for purpose. Genomics is a rapidly developing field, with NHS England's national genomic test directory being updated several times a year. As a result, our content must be updated regularly to ensure we provide accurate educational material that the NHS workforce can trust. Genomics education is an essential element of the NHS's strategy for improving patient care, particularly around rare disease and cancer. Training needs analyses conducted by the GEP and our stakeholders demonstrate that educational interventions are needed to address identified gaps in knowledge. To produce this content, a combination of specialist skills and knowledge in genomic medicine and testing in a healthcare setting, aligned specifically to government and NHS strategies, in addition to understanding of educational best practice, are essential - and not always available within NHS England at the capacity required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052a7a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056158-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK11 - Contract Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 202511 months ago
Contract Period
11 Aug 2025 - 11 Aug 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROGRESS EDUCATIONAL TRUST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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