Tender

Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA) Preparation Course

NHS ENGLAND

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Tender

13 Jan 2026 at 10:30

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England has initiated an open procurement process to appoint a supplier for a Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA) Preparation Course, targeted at East of England GP registrars. This contract involves a 12-month term, with the possibility of two additional 12-month extensions, amounting to a maximum budget of £156,000 excluding VAT over three years. Potential suppliers must submit their intention to quote by 3rd February 2026, midday. The procurement is classified under 'Education and training services' and is currently in the tender stage. Interested parties should be located within the United Kingdom, particularly regions matching the UKH designation. All procurement communications are strictly conducted through the designated e-Tendering portal.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs operating within the education and training services industry. Companies specialising in professional examination preparation, especially those with experience or interest in healthcare-related educational resources, would find this tender particularly relevant. Given the strategic alignment with NHS England's requirements and the potential for long-term engagement, businesses capable of delivering innovative and effective training solutions could benefit significantly by participating in this procurement process.

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Notice Title

Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA) Preparation Course

Notice Description

NHS England wish procure a supplier of Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA) Preparation Course for EoE GP registrars to support their preparation for the Simulated Consultation Assessment which is one of the Royal College of General Practitioners licencing exams. Contract length is 12 months, with two optional 12 month extensions. The maximum financial envelope for this tender is PS156,000 ex VAT for 36 months in total. The deadline for submission of completed ITQ submissions is 3rd February 2026 at 12:00pm (midday). Late submissions will not be accepted therefore, please submit in good time prior to the deadline date and time. All communications should be made via the messaging function on the e-Tendering portal during the tender exercise. The Contracting Authority requests that all communications are channelled through the e-portal system and not with the Contracting Authority itself other than as expressly permitted within this ITQ. Further information relating to this project can be found at NHSE e-tendering portal at the link below. All clarification questions and submission bids must be received via this portal only. Registration is free of charge. https://health-family-contract-search.secure.force.com/?SearchType=Projects

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060457
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002530-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£156,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£156,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
WTE.COMMERCIALTEAM (NHS ENGLAND)
Contact Email
england.workforcecommercialteam@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
TLH East (England)

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

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