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C002174 Consultation Skills that Matter for Surgeons for Higher Specialty Trainees

NHS EDUCATION FOR SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

NHS Education for Scotland has concluded the procurement process titled "C002174 Consultation Skills that Matter for Surgeons for Higher Specialty Trainees," in the Health industry category. Based in Edinburgh, the buying organisation sought services through an open procedure, with the contract awarded to the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. The procurement covered various regions within the UKM, with significant activity around the award and contract stage as of March 2026. The process included a tender period ending on 6th February 2026 and an award period commencing the same day. The contract, valued at £35,040, was finalised on 10th March 2026.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services for healthcare professionals, particularly those with expertise in consultation skills training. Large-scale organisations, possibly from both domestic and non-EU regions, would find themselves well-suited to compete in similar endeavours, given the procurement's scope and existing trends. The open procedure favours electronic submissions, making it accessible for businesses willing to adapt to digital procurement methods. Engaging in contracts like this can enhance a company's portfolio in specialised medical training and foster expansive professional networks within the healthcare industry.

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Notice Title

C002174 Consultation Skills that Matter for Surgeons for Higher Specialty Trainees

Notice Description

Consultation Skills that Matter for Surgeons for Higher Specialty Trainees

Lot Information

Lot 1

Consultation Skills that Matter for Surgeons for Higher Specialty Trainees

Renewal: 2 further 12 month extensions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000819487
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552806
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
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£35,040 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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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

ROYAL COLLEGE OF SURGEONS OF EDINBURGH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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