Planning

THE PROVISION OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE ACADEMIC PROGRAMME FOR THE MILITARY BIOMEDICAL SCIENTIST TRAINING PATHWAY

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

16 Feb 2026 at 16:32

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The current procurement process initiated by the Ministry of Defence focuses on the provision of a Biomedical Science academic programme as part of the Military Biomedical Scientist Training Pathway. Located in Lichfield, United Kingdom, this procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically involving higher education services. It is in the planning stage with a published procurement notice dated 16th February 2026, and the procurement method is an open procedure. Potential bidders should be aware of deadlines such as the closing of the enquiry period on 13th March 2026 and the tender submission deadline on 2nd April 2026. The contract involves a framework agreement expected to start in August 2026, running through to August 2031, with possible extensions for additional cohorts.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for educational institutions capable of delivering a comprehensive Biomedical Science programme, including IBMS-accredited BSc courses and top-up modules. Suitable candidates are those able to provide expert training in clinical disciplines like Clinical Haematology, Biochemistry, Blood Transfusion, and Microbiology within a limited travel distance from Birmingham. Initiating up to six new full-time student entrants annually, this framework is ideal for universities or specialised training providers with the infrastructure to support both on-site and distance learning while meeting stringent curriculum requirements. The estimated contract value positions this as an attractive opportunity for experienced educational providers seeking to expand their client base within the central government sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

THE PROVISION OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE ACADEMIC PROGRAMME FOR THE MILITARY BIOMEDICAL SCIENTIST TRAINING PATHWAY

Notice Description

The Authority has a requirement for the provision of military Biomedical Scientists (BMS) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration training pathway. The proposed framework agreement shall be for a period covering 5 intakes completing the full degree programme starting autumn 2026 in conjunction with top modules and clinical placements. The successful Service Provider shall provide an Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) accredited BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science/Healthcare Science programme and top-up modules. Clinical modules are to include Clinical Haematology, Clinical Biochemistry, Blood Transfusion and Clinical Microbiology. The Service Provider shall provide an academic programme for up to 6 new full-time student entrants per annum plus top-up modules, for additional partially qualified students, as assessed by the IBMS. The geographical considerations of this SoR and training are that the travelling time is not more than 25 miles from B20 1AP/Handsworth Wood, Birmingham either by: a. Public Transport b. Private vehicle For programmes delivered on a part time basis through distance learning and limited on site attendance this will be extended to 45 miles.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option to extend for a period to allow for 2 additional cohorts

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065553
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014005-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80300000 - Higher education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£858,150 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£858,150 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
2 Apr 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
26 Feb 20263 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
carenza.price130@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LICHFIELD
Postcode
WS14 9PY
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lichfield
Electoral Ward
Whittington & Streethay
Westminster Constituency
Tamworth

Further Information

Notice Documents

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