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Better Business Case Foundation Course

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST

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01 Jun 2026 at 08:37

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process involves the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, a central government public authority in the UK, as the buying organisation. The contract is for the "Better Business Case Foundation Course," an educational and training service tailored to the operational needs of Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester. The procurement, categorised under educational services, has reached the award stage. The process was conducted using a direct procurement method below the competition threshold, with significant dates including the contract start on 18th May 2026 and completion by 30th September 2026. The contract was signed on 17th May 2026 and has been awarded to Pa Consulting Services Limited.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and training services, particularly those that can develop tailor-made programmes aligned with institutional requirements. Given the direct procurement method used for this contract, similar businesses experienced in engaging without extensive competition would be well-positioned. Although Pa Consulting Services Limited, a large enterprise, has already been awarded the contract, other businesses in the same sector may benefit from establishing recognition and credibility for future opportunities procured similarly by public health organisations. Engaging in such contracts can lead to further prospects in the public sector, potentially fostering business growth through expanded service offerings and networks within the industry.

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Notice Title

Better Business Case Foundation Course

Notice Description

Better Business Cases(tm) Foundation Course, tailored to UHL's operational requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a9dc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051190-2026
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
£25,814 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 May 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 30 Sep 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
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

PA CONSULTING SERVICES

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