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Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA) Exam Support for GP Resident Doctors EM

NHS ENGLAND

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01 Jul 2026 at 09:11

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS England is initiating a tender process for providing Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA) Exam Support for GP resident doctors specifically in the East Midlands. This tender, identified by the title "Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA) Exam Support for GP Resident Doctors EM," falls under the industry category of education and training services. NHS England, headquartered at Wellington House, London, is seeking proposals via an open competition procurement method. The submission deadline for the Invitation to Quote (ITQ) is set for 22nd July 2026 at 12:00 pm. The contract is expected to run from 1st October 2026 for a period of 24 months, with the possibility of a one-year extension. The total available budget for this contract is £157,500 excluding VAT, and the tender is currently in the 'active' stage.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in education and training services, especially those with expertise in medical and exam preparation courses. The tender is specifically suitable for SMEs and organisations that can offer innovative training solutions conforming to the Royal College of General Practitioners licencing standards. With a focus on the East Midlands region, businesses that are adept in facilitating high-quality educational content for medical professionals will find this contract particularly attractive. Companies with social value contributions and competitive cost structures are likely to have an advantage given the award criteria, which emphasises technical ability and cost-effectiveness in the evaluation process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA) Exam Support for GP Resident Doctors EM

Notice Description

NHS England Workforce, Training and Education is seeking to procure exam preparation course is for East Midlands GP registrars to support their preparation for the Simulated Consultation Assessment which is one of the Royal College of General Practitioners licencing exams. Contract will run for 24 months, with one optional 12 month extensions Total funding available is PS157,5000 ex vat. The deadline for submission of completed ITQ submissions is 22th July 2026 at 12:00pm (midday). Late submissions will not be accepted therefore, please submit in good time prior to the deadline date and time. All communications should be made via the messaging function on the e-Tendering portal during the tender exercise. The Contracting Authority requests that all communications are channelled through the e-portal system and not with the Contracting Authority itself other than as expressly permitted within this ITQ. Further information relating to this project can be found at NHSE e-tendering portal at the link below. All clarification questions and submission bids must be received via this portal only. Registration is free of charge. https://health-family-contract-search.secure.force.com/?SearchType=Projects

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c0dd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061558-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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
£157,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£157,500 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
22 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 1 Oct 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
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
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

Notice Documents

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