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13 Jul 2026 at 14:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust involved the awarding of a contract for "Basildon -Vantive Training -AK98s/Prismax/Thermax/Prismaflex" to Vantive Limited. The process, classified under the services category with the main focus on education and training services, took place in Basildon, United Kingdom. The award was finalised on 13th July 2026, with the contract term scheduled from 17th July 2026 to 30th September 2026. The procurement was conducted directly under a method categorised as below threshold without competition, emphasising a streamlined approach to selecting a supplier.

This tender represents a lucrative growth opportunity for businesses specialising in educational and training services, particularly those with the capability to deliver specialised healthcare equipment training. Large enterprises such as Vantive Limited, which are well-versed in delivering such niche training programmes, have found success through this procurement. Companies aiming to expand into healthcare-related training could benefit significantly from alignment with requirements similar to those of Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust in future contracts. Furthermore, understanding the direct procurement method can prepare businesses to adeptly respond to similar opportunities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Basildon -Vantive Training -AK98s/Prismax/Thermax/Prismaflex

Notice Description

Basildon -Vantive Training -AK98s/Prismax/Thermax/Prismaflex courses.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c9c3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065731-2026
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
£10,230 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jul 20263 days ago
Contract Period
16 Jul 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
MID AND SOUTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BASILDON
Postcode
SS16 5NL
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH37 Essex Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Basildon
Electoral Ward
Langdon Hills
Westminster Constituency
South Basildon and East Thurrock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VANTIVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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