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C002186 Delivery of Managing Medical Emergencies training for Vocational Trainees, for Dental Core Trainees in the Public Dental Service and Dentists and Therapists delivering Sedation in General Dental Practice.

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS PUBLIC SERVICES DELIVERY SCOTLAND) (PSD SCOTLAND)

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Tender

16 Apr 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, also known as Public Services Delivery Scotland (PSD Scotland), has announced an open tender for the delivery of training on managing medical emergencies for vocational trainees, dental core trainees in the public dental service, as well as dentists and therapists involved in sedation within general dental practice. This tender falls under the health sector, with services to be provided across various regions in Scotland (UKM). The process, currently in the tender stage, commenced on 16 April 2026, with the tender period closing on 22 May 2026 at 1:00 PM, followed immediately by the award phase. Businesses are required to submit electronic bids via the designated submission platform provided by Public Services Delivery Scotland.

This tender offers a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare training and education, particularly those proficient in dental and emergency medical training schemes. Companies with expertise in providing high-quality health training services will find opportunities to bid within specific geographic regions specified as lots in the tender. The contract spans a duration of 360 days, with options for renewal, enabling potential long-term collaboration. The decision criteria prioritize technical quality at 60%, with price considerations at 40%, offering an advantage for firms that excel in delivering robust training solutions. Firms capable of harnessing community benefits within their delivery framework may find this a rewarding prospect for expansion and impact in the Scottish healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

C002186 Delivery of Managing Medical Emergencies training for Vocational Trainees, for Dental Core Trainees in the Public Dental Service and Dentists and Therapists delivering Sedation in General Dental Practice.

Notice Description

Delivery of Managing Medical Emergencies training for Vocational Trainees, for Dental Core Trainees in the Public Dental Service and Dentists and Therapists delivering Sedation in General Dental Practice.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Delivery of Managing Medical Emergencies training for Vocational Trainees, for Dental Core Trainees in the Public Dental Service and Dentists and Therapists delivering Sedation in General Dental Practice. This lot is for the geographic area MME East, North & North-East.

Renewal: 2 further 12 month renewal periods

Lot 2

Public Services Deliver (PSD) Scotland Dental Directorate - Delivery of Managing Medical Emergencies training for Vocational Trainees, for Dental Core Trainees in the Public Dental Service and Dentists and Therapists delivering Sedation in General Dental Practice. Split into geographical areas - Lot 2 MME West.

Renewal: 2 x further 12 month renewals

Lot 3

Public Services Deliver (PSD) Scotland Dental Directorate - Delivery of Managing Medical Emergencies training for Vocational Trainees, for Dental Core Trainees in the Public Dental Service and Dentists and Therapists delivering Sedation in General Dental Practice. Lots split into geographical area - Lot 3 MME Southeast

Renewal: 2 x further 12 month renewals

Lot 4

Public Services Deliver (PSD) Scotland Dental Directorate - Delivery of Managing Medical Emergencies training for Vocational Trainees, for Dental Core Trainees in the Public Dental Service and Dentists and Therapists delivering Sedation in General Dental Practice. Lots split into specific training fields - Lot 4 DCT1 Scotland

Renewal: 2 x further 12 month renewals

Lot 5

Public Services Deliver (PSD) Scotland Dental Directorate - Delivery of Managing Medical Emergencies training for Vocational Trainees, for Dental Core Trainees in the Public Dental Service and Dentists and Therapists delivering Sedation in General Dental Practice. Lots split into specific fields Lot 5 - Dental Sedation

Renewal: 2 x further 12 month renewals

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829362
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553983
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS PUBLIC SERVICES DELIVERY SCOTLAND) (PSD SCOTLAND)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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=APR553983
    C002186 Delivery of Managing Medical Emergencies training for Vocational Trainees, for Dental Core Trainees in the Public Dental Service and Dentists and Therapists delivering Sedation in General Dental Practice. - Delivery of Managing Medical Emergencies training for Vocational Trainees, for Dental Core Trainees in the Public Dental Service and Dentists and Therapists delivering Sedation in General Dental Practice.

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