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Nursing Excellence Coaching

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST

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Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust has completed the procurement process for the "Nursing Excellence Coaching" programme, an initiative designed to enhance leadership within the Nursing Division. This procurement was managed using the direct method, falling below the competition threshold, and did not involve an open tender. Located in Leicester, the Trust contracted Ashley Brooks Coaching Limited, based in Essex, to deliver services classified under 'Education and training services.' The contract commenced on 1st April 2026 and is set to conclude on 28th February 2027, with the total contract value being £99,280.17. This procurement aids in implementing the UHL Chief Nurse’s Vision for Nursing Excellence through leadership styles and ward accreditation momentum.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialised in coaching, leadership, and training services within the healthcare sector, particularly those targeting nursing and midwifery professionals. Such businesses should be proficient in developing leadership strategies and enhancing professional growth through tailored coaching programmes. Companies with a proven track record in confidential one-to-one mentorship and those capable of working with diverse healthcare professionals can significantly benefit from engaging in similar contracts, thereby helping them expand their clientele within the central government’s healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Nursing Excellence Coaching

Notice Description

The programme is centred around "The UHL Chief Nurses Vision for Nursing Excellence". The focus is on new era leadership styles, devolved autonomy, leadership techniques, strategies of thought / human factors leadership, momentum of ward accreditation, quality, standards, and transformations. The aim of the training is to build a strong body of work and evidence that creates a network and voice for aspiring nursing leaders at UHL.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0690ca
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041316-2026
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
£99,280 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 6WW
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASHLEY BROOKS COACHING

Further Information

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