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H0900 - Provision of Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Training for NHS Wales

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW)

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10 Jul 2026 at 15:05

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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19 May 2026 at 16:44

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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14 May 2026 at 11:48

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) awarded a contract to BRIEF Therapy UK Ltd for the provision of online, tutor-led Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) training aimed at NHS Wales. The training encompasses Levels 1-4 and an advanced train-the-trainer certification programme. The procurement process was completed via a direct award due to the specialised nature of the service, ensuring continuity and value for money. The contract, valued with no guaranteed spend, and structured as a non-committal call-off arrangement, spans from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2029, offering flexibility to commission services as required. The procurement stage has been completed in Cardiff, within the education and training services category, under Central Government regulations and Welsh devolved regulations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in specialised training and psychological services. The unique requirements and delivery model needed for the SFBT training offer SMEs the opportunity to collaborate with central government bodies and further establish their niche expertise within the mental health sector. Businesses that can provide niche professional training services tailored to meet specific organisational needs and align with public sector standards would find this contract well-suited to their capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

H0900 - Provision of Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Training for NHS Wales

Notice Description

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) awarded a contract via Single Tender Action to BRIEF Therapy UK Ltd - Centre for Solution Focused Practice for the provision of online, tutor-led Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) training, covering Levels 1-4 and an advanced train-the-trainer certification programme. The contract provides essential continuation of psychological interventions training for the mental health workforce and will help relieve the signification waiting list built up for this training, reducing pressure on workforce development timelines and SMHWFP commitments. This agreement is established as a non-committal, call-off arrangement with the supplier. There is no guarantee of work, volume, or spend during the agreement period. Services will only be commissioned as and when required, subject to organisational need and availability of funding.

Procurement Information

HEIW is awarded this contract via a Single Tender Action due to technical reasons, as no alternative suppliers can deliver SFBT training at the required scale, structure, and quality. The selected provider offers a unique delivery model aligned to workforce needs, with prior market testing confirming no viable substitutes. This approach ensures continuity of an essential training programme, addresses an existing waiting list, and delivers value for money.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069899
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065259-2026
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
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20264 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW)
Additional Buyers

Health Education and Improvement Wales

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF15 7QQ
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRIEF THERAPY UK LIMITED

Further Information

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