Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) Preparation Courses 2026/27

NHS ENGLAND

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

08 May 2026 at 10:04

Tender

13 Jan 2026 at 11:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by NHS England, based in London, focused on the provision of "Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) Preparation Courses 2026/27" under an open competition regime. The aim was to acquire services within the education and training sector specifically for GP Registrars preparing for Royal College of General Practitioners licensing exams. The procurement stage has progressed from the tender phase in early 2026 to the award status by May 2026. The awarded contract commenced on the 30th of April 2026, with an initial span until the 29th of April 2027 and includes options for extension up to April 2029, representing a total potential contract value of £93,450 exclusive of VAT. The awarding of this contract to Truly Medical Limited underscores the successful conclusion of this competitive process targeting services within a light touch regime framework.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the education and training services sector, particularly those skilled in online course delivery and exam preparation. It suits companies that can effectively engage with healthcare professionals and cater specifically to GP Registrars. The open competition procurement method encourages small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and non-VCSE organisations to compete, offering potential for growth via a stable contract with a public authority, beneficial for both new entrants and established businesses in similar service provision. Companies positioned to meet technical requirements and deliver social value shall find this avenue advantageous for expanding their operations within the UK's central government procurement ecosystem.

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Notice Title

Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) Preparation Courses 2026/27

Notice Description

Exam preparation course for East of England GP Registrars preparing for one of the Royal College of GPs licencing exams. Invitation to Quote (ITQ) under the Light Touch Regime - Education and Training Services, using CPV code 80000000-4 Contract Start Date: 30/04/2026 Initial Contract Expiry Date: 29/04/2027 Extension Option(s): 1+1 Contract Expiry Date: 29/04/2029 Contract value of PS93,450.00 (exclusive of VAT) including optional extensions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060475
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042372-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£93,450 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
29 Apr 2026 - 29 Apr 2027 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

TRULY MEDICAL

Further Information

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