Tender

C002180 NHS Scotland Finance Academy Delivery Partner

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)

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Tender

20 Feb 2026 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, operating as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), is inviting tender submissions for the NHS Scotland Finance Academy Delivery Partner project. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with an open procedure method being employed. This initiative seeks a partner to enhance the capabilities of NHS Scotland's finance community through structured training and engagement. Bids are due by 23 March 2026, with the contract value estimated at GBP 1,500,000. The project is located in Edinburgh and falls under the 'Health' industry category, aiming to bolster the strategic value and retention of NHS finance professionals.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in financial consultancy, training, and technology-driven solutions intended for the health sector. With an emphasis on upskilling and leadership development, firms with a proven track record in delivering comprehensive training programmes and technological enhancements are particularly well-suited to compete. The contract spans 360 days, with potential extensions enhancing long-term collaboration opportunities. Businesses able to demonstrate quality in their technical propositions alongside competitive pricing will benefit from aligning their growth strategies with this opportunity to support NHS Scotland's strategic goals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

C002180 NHS Scotland Finance Academy Delivery Partner

Notice Description

The Common Services Agency is seeking to appoint an external partner to provide support to NHS Scotland's finance community through the development of the NHS Scotland Finance Academy (the Academy). The partner will assist in upskilling and developing NHS Scotland's finance professionals through structured training, leaderships skills, technology advancements and wider engagement support. NHS Scotland aims to work towards a strategic and value adding finance profession, ultimately improving both recruitment and retention.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Common Services Agency is seeking to appoint an external partner to provide support to NHS Scotland's finance community through the development of the NHS Scotland Finance Academy (the Academy). The partner will assist in upskilling and developing NHS Scotland's finance professionals through structured training, leaderships skills, technology advancements and wider engagement support. NHS Scotland aims to work towards a strategic and value adding finance profession, ultimately improving both recruitment and retention.

Renewal: There is a possibility of a 2 x 1 year extension of this contract to be reviewed.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000824306
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550076
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)
Contact Name
Declan Walkden
Contact Email
declan.walkden@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1316563200

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
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
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550076
    C002180 NHS Scotland Finance Academy Delivery Partner - The Common Services Agency is seeking to appoint an external partner to provide support to NHS Scotland's finance community through the development of the NHS Scotland Finance Academy (the Academy). The partner will assist in upskilling and developing NHS Scotland's finance professionals through structured training, leaderships skills, technology advancements and wider engagement support. NHS Scotland aims to work towards a strategic and value adding finance profession, ultimately improving both recruitment and retention.

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