Waiver - UHB_HGS - Developing Experts Limited - Bespoke Training and Development

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Award

09 Jun 2026 at 14:06

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, focused on providing bespoke training and development services, has reached the award stage. Located at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, the Trust operates at the intersection of healthcare and education within the central government sector. The contract was awarded to Developing Experts Limited, a large-scale supplier based in Norwich. The key service category identified is e-learning services, with the procurement method classified as direct procurement, below the competition threshold. The contract covers the period from 6th February 2026 to 31st March 2028, with a gross value of £18,000.

This tender creates significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in educational and training services, particularly those with capabilities in e-learning technologies. Firms with expertise in healthcare-oriented training solutions were especially well-positioned to participate. The direct procurement approach and the selection of a prominent supplier highlight the significance of delivering highly specialised services, making this a lucrative opportunity for established businesses within this niche market.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Waiver - UHB_HGS - Developing Experts Limited - Bespoke Training and Development

Notice Description

This service relates to the Bespoke Training and Development by Developing Experts Limited

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b108
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054369-2026
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

80420000 - E-learning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£15,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20264 months ago
Contract Period
6 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2GW
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DEVELOPING EXPERTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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