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Term Contract for the provision of Ninewells Patient Simulation Requirement

UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

08 Dec 2025 at 13:04

Award

08 Dec 2025 at 12:44

Tender

11 Aug 2025 at 15:35

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Dundee has completed the contracting process for a term contract titled "Provision of Ninewells Patient Simulation Requirement" under the services category, with a focus on research services. The contract is aimed at enhancing medical education by simulating patient interactions for both teaching and summative assessment activities. The process followed an open procurement procedure and was carried out in the Dundee region, specifically serving the Ninewells Hospital and associated schools. The procurement was initiated as a tender and involved key procurement stages from planning to award. Notably, the contract was signed on 13th November 2025 and is valued at £400,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical education services, particularly those proficient in delivering simulation-based training and capable of providing skilled actors for this context. With the focus on quality and training, businesses with relevant experience in educational simulations for medical courses are well-positioned to compete. The open procurement method reflects inclusivity, encouraging a diverse range of suppliers to participate, including small and medium enterprises like CTC Role Play, the awarded supplier. Engaging in such contracts can help businesses expand their service offerings and strengthen their positions in the market for educational support services.

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Notice Title

Term Contract for the provision of Ninewells Patient Simulation Requirement

Notice Description

Term Contract for the provision of Ninewells Patient Simulation Requirement

Lot Information

Lot 1

First-Generation Term Contract is required to provide a quick route to market for the provision of actors to support the delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate medical education. These services are required to simulate patient interactions during both teaching and summative assessment activities, including Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs).The initial contract term will be two (2) years, with the option to extend for 2 x 12 months, if required, at the sole discretion of the University and subject to ongoing satisfactory performance by the appointed Service Provider(s). Additional information: N/A

Renewal: Option to extend contract for years 3 and 4 subject to ongoing need and satisfactory performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058577
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080600-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE
Contact Name
Mary Kirkpatrick
Contact Email
m.y.kirkpatrick@dundee.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1382386810

Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 4HN
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
West End
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CTC ROLE PLAY

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