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Media training services

NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE

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16 Apr 2026 at 16:24

Summary of the contracting process

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has completed a procurement process for media training services, specifically designed to enhance the skills of its spokespeople in handling media interactions and improving public perception. Situated in Manchester, this procurement falls under the 'Staff training services' category and adheres to legislation 2023/54, reflecting NICE's commitment as a central government authority. The tender process, initiated with limited competition below threshold levels, concluded with an award dated 16 April 2026. The contract period is set from 17 March 2026 to 31 January 2030, with an option for a 12-month renewal, focusing on the provision of media training courses through a closed framework agreement.

This contract provides a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in professional training services, particularly those well-versed in media training, to engage with a key government body. Media First Limited, a large-scale supplier based in Nottingham, was awarded the contract, highlighting the potential for similar businesses to compete in future tenders. Companies offering integrated staff training solutions or those looking to extend their service portfolio can position themselves as strong contenders in upcoming opportunities, benefiting from this sector's growth within the public services framework. With no participation fees required, businesses can pursue growth in collaboration with government bodies like NICE, leveraging the framework's structure to potentially expand service offerings across other public authorities.

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Notice Title

Media training services

Notice Description

Staff training framework for media training to spokespeople, to ensure that media training sessions prepare trainess for handling a range issues and to further strengthen the way NICE is represented in the media and perceived by the public.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06849d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034905-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80511000 - Staff training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
17 Mar 2026 - 31 Jan 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 3BN
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MEDIA FIRST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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