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Obstetric Sonography Training Offer - Gateshead Health NHSFT

NHS ENGLAND

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02 Mar 2026 at 17:58

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England has completed the public procurement process for the provision of obstetric sonography training services, awarding a contract to Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust. The contract, valued at £29,090, covers the period from 20th November 2025 to 31st March 2026. This procurement falls under the education and training services category, specifically designed to enhance expertise in obstetric sonography. Located in London, NHS England initiated this direct procurement method as a below-threshold offer without competition under a light-touch regime. The award was formalised on 19th November 2025 and currently stands active, marking an essential step in delivering specialised training within the healthcare industry.

Opportunities for business growth arise as healthcare providers might explore similar contracts, given the focus on specialised medical training within the NHS. This procurement is particularly relevant for large healthcare organisations or educational institutions with expertise in medical training services, aiming to establish collaborations with central government entities like NHS England. Businesses well-versed in delivering training programmes or possessing substantial experience in healthcare services stand to benefit from understanding NHS England’s procurement processes, helping them to refine proposals for similar tenders. Engaging with organisations like NHS England can lead to long-term partnerships and expanded service offerings in the medical sector.

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Notice Title

Obstetric Sonography Training Offer - Gateshead Health NHSFT

Notice Description

Funding to Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust for the Obstetric Sonography Training Offer.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06604a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018689-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
£29,090 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
20 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 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
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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

GATESHEAD HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Further Information

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