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Delivery of the Professional Development Award in Technology Enabled Care (SCQF Level 7) Accredited Qualification.

NHS EDUCATION FOR SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by NHS Education for Scotland involves the delivery of the Professional Development Award in Technology Enabled Care (SCQF Level 7) Accredited Qualification. This project, under the industry category of Health, focuses on upskilling professionals in the health, social care, social work, and housing sectors. The procurement process is structured as an open procedure, primarily for services, with the contract having been awarded to UHI Perth. The delivery of this qualification will commence in September 2025, with activities mainly focused in the UKM region, specifically Edinburgh and Perth. Notable dates include the award notice dated 16th September 2025, and the contract becoming active on 1st September 2025.

This tender represents a substantial business growth opportunity, especially for Scottish Qualifications Authority approved providers with a robust background in Technology Enabled Care. Businesses capable of collaborating effectively with the Digitally Enabled Workforce Team at NHS Education for Scotland are ideally suited for this contract. Given the open procurement method, it is a substantial opportunity for large enterprises capable of delivering educational services in the healthcare sector, particularly those with a focus on digital and innovative care practices. This tender not only offers a contract value of approximately £87,720 but also the potential for extensions, allowing businesses to secure a long-term relationship with NHS Education for Scotland.

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Notice Title

Delivery of the Professional Development Award in Technology Enabled Care (SCQF Level 7) Accredited Qualification.

Notice Description

NHS Education for Scotland (NES) is inviting a Scottish Qualifications Authority approved and experienced provider to deliver the Professional Development Award (PDA) in Technology Enabled Care (TEC) qualification. The qualification supports the ongoing upskilling of the health, social care, social work, and housing workforce, enabling them to provide high-quality, person-centred care in a digital age. The purpose of this procurement is to establish a contract with a delivery partner who will work in collaboration with the Digitally Enabled Workforce Team to deliver the PDA in TEC beginning with a new cohort starting in September 2025.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Education for Scotland (NES) is inviting a Scottish Qualifications Authority approved and experienced provider to deliver the Professional Development Award (PDA) in Technology Enabled Care (TEC) qualification. The qualification supports the ongoing upskilling of the health, social care, social work, and housing workforce, enabling them to provide high-quality, person-centred care in a digital age. The purpose of this procurement is to establish a contract with a delivery partner who will work in collaboration with the Digitally Enabled Workforce Team to deliver the PDA in TEC beginning with a new cohort starting in September 2025.

Renewal: NES Reserve the right to extend by 4x12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000800705
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539320
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£87,720 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS EDUCATION FOR SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Greg Player
Contact Email
tenders@nes.scot.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1313762380

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH3 9DN
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UHI PERTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL533854
    Delivery of the Professional Development Award in Technology Enabled Care (SCQF Level 7) Accredited Qualification. - NHS Education for Scotland (NES) is inviting a Scottish Qualifications Authority approved and experienced provider to deliver the Professional Development Award (PDA) in Technology Enabled Care (TEC) qualification. The qualification supports the ongoing upskilling of the health, social care, social work, and housing workforce, enabling them to provide high-quality, person-centred care in a digital age. The purpose of this procurement is to establish a contract with a delivery partner who will work in collaboration with the Digitally Enabled Workforce Team to deliver the PDA in TEC beginning with a new cohort starting in September 2025.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539320
    Delivery of the Professional Development Award in Technology Enabled Care (SCQF Level 7) Accredited Qualification. - NHS Education for Scotland (NES) is inviting a Scottish Qualifications Authority approved and experienced provider to deliver the Professional Development Award (PDA) in Technology Enabled Care (TEC) qualification. The qualification supports the ongoing upskilling of the health, social care, social work, and housing workforce, enabling them to provide high-quality, person-centred care in a digital age. The purpose of this procurement is to establish a contract with a delivery partner who will work in collaboration with the Digitally Enabled Workforce Team to deliver the PDA in TEC beginning with a new cohort starting in September 2025.

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