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Indemnity Cover for resident doctors

NHS ENGLAND

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Planning

30 Jun 2026 at 16:18

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS England is currently in the planning phase of a procurement process for securing continued indemnity cover for GP resident doctors and several other medical specialties, with consideration for including Dental Public Health. This opportunity, titled "Indemnity Cover for resident doctors," falls under the services category, specifically Education and Training Services. The location identified is London, at NHS England's address, Wellington House. The open procurement procedure aims for contracts starting from 4th August 2027, extending potentially to 3rd August 2032, contingent on budget approval. A future notice date is set for 14th September 2026, ensuring businesses are prepared for the upcoming stages.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the insurance and risk management sectors looking to expand in the public health field. With a contract value amounting to £6.5 million, it is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs, particularly those experienced in serving the healthcare sector with indemnity and training services. The open procedure allows a level playing field for various bidders, which can result in innovative solutions and competitive prices. With a light-touch regime and a significant contract timeframe, companies with potential for growth and a focus on collaboration with public health authorities will find this tender especially attractive.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Indemnity Cover for resident doctors

Notice Description

NHS England must secure continued indemnity cover for GP resident doctors and seven other medical specialties beyond August 2027, while also exploring the inclusion of Dental Public Health as a further speciality. The commencement of procurement and award of any subsequent contract will be subject to budgetary approval.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c0ab
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061473-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Sep 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Aug 2027 - 3 Aug 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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