Planning

GMC2207 delivery of Training, CPD, Supervision and Executive Coaching

GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)

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Planning

04 Dec 2025 at 10:41

Summary of the contracting process

The General Medical Council (GMC), a public authority operating under the sub-central government classification, is planning a procurement process titled "GMC2207 delivery of Training, CPD, Supervision and Executive Coaching." This initiative falls within the services industry, specifically focusing on coaching services, with delivery anticipated throughout the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, following a pre-market engagement conducted on 3rd December 2025. The contract period is set to begin on 17th May 2026 and is expected to last until 16th May 2029, with the possibility of renewal extending to 16th May 2030. Prospective businesses should take note of an anticipated communication release date on 7th January 2026.

This contract presents significant growth prospects, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in coaching services, training, and professional development. The GMC is seeking innovative solutions to address evolving workforce needs, emphasising deeper impact, inclusion, and strategic alignment within organisations. Companies proficient in delivering training and executive coaching for directors and assistant directors are prime candidates for consideration. Engaging in this opportunity could facilitate expansion into the public sector and enhance business portfolios aligned with public authority partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMC2207 delivery of Training, CPD, Supervision and Executive Coaching

Notice Description

delivery of Training, CPD, and Supervision of in-house coaches, alongside Executive Coaching for Directors & Assistant Directors

Planning Information

As part of preparation for future commissioning of coaching services, a pre-market engagement exercise was conducted with a range of coaching providers. This format involved meeting with 5 suppliers over MS teams for 45 minutes in duration. The discussions offered valuable insight into the evolving landscape of coaching and the emerging needs of today’s workforce. A consistent message emerged: coaching is undergoing a period of significant expansion and transformation. Expectations of coaching are broadening, the workforce environment is becoming more complex, and organisations are seeking deeper impact, greater inclusion, and more strategic alignment.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ee88
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079628-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79998000 - Coaching services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 2025Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
7 Jan 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 May 2026 - 16 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)
Contact Name
Angela Barnes
Contact Email
angela.barnes@gmc-uk.org
Contact Phone
+441619236340

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M3 3AW
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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