Award

The Drug and Alcohol Worker National Curriculum (DAWs) - NHSE

NHS ENGLAND

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

12 Dec 2025 at 15:52

Tender

08 Jul 2025 at 20:11

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England initiated and completed an open competition tender process to support the provision for the Drug and Alcohol Worker National Curriculum (DAWs). Located in London, NHS England acts as the public authority under central government classification. This procurement, categorized within the education and training services industry, commenced on 10th November 2025, with its award declared complete, and proceeded to contract status by 12th December 2025. The procurement method was below the threshold with an open competition, and the contracts are set to span from 10th November 2025 to 14th September 2026. The awarded contract was signed on 9th November 2025, valued at £97,500 and involves the supplier KINBEE LTD based in Cardiff.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses operating within services, particularly those specialising in education and training. Given the procurement's open competition nature, SMEs and large organisations alike, predominantly within the UK, can compete for the provision of services aligned with the national curriculum's specifications. Targeting those with expertise in developing curriculums for drug and alcohol worker training could bolster business portfolios, allowing firms to enhance their market presence by securing a pivotal government contract. The focus on SMEs and VCSE organisations ensures a diverse range of potential participants, broadening the competitive landscape and fostering business growth opportunities in this critical sector.

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Notice Title

The Drug and Alcohol Worker National Curriculum (DAWs) - NHSE

Notice Description

NHS England (NHSE) commenced a tender to support the provision for the Drug and Alcohol Worker National Curriculum (DAWs) Actual Start Date 10/11/2025

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055b8d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082620-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£97,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Nov 20256 months ago
Contract Period
10 Nov 2025 - 14 Sep 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
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KINBEE

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