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Procurement for the provision of genomics educational content

NHS ENGLAND

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Award

27 Aug 2025 at 08:04

Award

18 Aug 2025 at 12:02

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England has concluded a procurement process to source educational content in genomics as part of its Genomics Education Programme (GEP). The award, given to Progress Educational Trust, is to provide written educational materials critical for training professionals in genomics within the NHS. The contract, with an initial term from 12 August 2025 to 11 August 2026, has a value of £150,000 net, with potential extensions subject to budget confirmation. Operating under an open procedure, the procurement sought to fill gaps in specialist knowledge not met internally, with specific focus on health services and training delivery within London, United Kingdom.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those with expertise in genomics, healthcare education, and educational content production for medical audiences. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) equipped with the necessary skills to develop up-to-date and government-aligned content are well-positioned to engage and succeed in similar future tenders. The focus on genomics is vital due to its rapid development and crucial role in patient care for conditions like rare diseases and cancer, offering a growing market for companies adept in these specialist areas.

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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/051431-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details 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
27 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 20257 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
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
england.commercialqueries@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

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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