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Rosalind Franklin Programme - Primary Care

NHS ENGLAND

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27 Feb 2026 at 12:31

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England has successfully awarded a contract to TQ Education and Training Limited for delivering three cohorts of the Rosalind Franklin Programme, specifically targeted at primary care, in London, United Kingdom. This programme encompasses educational and training services and is classified under the light touch regime, conducted via a direct procurement method below the competition threshold. The contract, valued at £207,360, commenced on 13 February 2026 and will run until 31 March 2027. The contract was signed on 12 February 2026, highlighting NHS England's strategic decision to enhance healthcare services through targeted education initiatives.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with a focus on healthcare and leadership training. The programme promotes growth in primary care capabilities, making it ideal for large-scale education providers like TQ Education and Training Limited, which possess the capacity to deliver specialised qualifications such as those from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Enterprises in the education and training sector can leverage such government contracts to bolster their portfolio, enhance reputation, and establish themselves as leaders in healthcare education services.

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Notice Title

Rosalind Franklin Programme - Primary Care

Notice Description

NHS England has awarded a contract to TQ Education and Training Limited for delivery of 3 cohorts of the Rosalind Franklin Programme with the CMI Qualification.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065e37
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017872-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£207,360 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
13 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

TQ EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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