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H0900 - Provision of Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Training Services

HEALTH EDUCATION AND IMPROVEMENT WALES (HEIW)

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14 May 2026 at 10:48

Summary of the contracting process

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW), a public authority under central government and subject to Welsh devolved regulations, has completed a procurement process for the provision of Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Training Services. This tender, identified as H0900, was awarded directly to BRIEF Therapy UK Limited. The training services cover online, tutor-led programmes including Levels 1–4, Advanced Certification, and Train the Trainer courses. The contract is a non-committal call-off arrangement set to begin on 1st June 2026 and conclude on 31st May 2029. This direct award was justified as BRIEF Therapy UK uniquely fulfills HEIW’s requirements, offering distinct training models and outcomes, thereby ensuring continuity and value for money.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in educational and training services, particular those with a focus on psychological and therapeutic techniques. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in providing niche, specialised training services are especially well-suited to leverage similar future opportunities. The direct procurement method emphasizes the need for unique service providers with specialised expertise, highlighting a market for businesses capable of delivering highly tailored educational and training solutions. Such organisations may see growth potential by aligning their services to meet the nuanced needs of specific government and health education sectors.

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Notice Title

H0900 - Provision of Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Training Services

Notice Description

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) awards a contract to BRIEF Therapy UK Ltd - Centre for Solution Focused Practice for the provision of online tutor-led Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) training, including Levels 1-4, Advanced Certification, and Train the Trainer programmes. The arrangement is established as a non-committal call-off contract, with services to be commissioned as required in line with organisational need and available funding.

Procurement Information

A direct award is justified as the supplier uniquely meets HEIW's requirements, with no alternative providers able to deliver the same training model and outcomes. The arrangement ensures continuity of service and represents value for money through an established, effective delivery approach.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069899
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044310-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency 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
14 May 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 2026Today
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HEALTH EDUCATION AND IMPROVEMENT WALES (HEIW)
Additional Buyers

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)

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
Post Town
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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