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title: "Virtual Learning Platform Solution"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1819a18d-c533-48fe-ab32-c891d0a45d1b"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "N H S BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY"
published: "2018-01-23"
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# Virtual Learning Platform Solution

Buyer: N H S BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1819a18d-c533-48fe-ab32-c891d0a45d1b

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## Summary

The NHS Business Services Authority is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "Virtual Learning Platform Solution". This procurement falls under the software package and information systems category, specifically addressing IT services related to consulting and software development. The project aims to enhance the NHSBSA Learning Management System by integrating external virtual learning resources. Key milestone dates include an engagement end date on 22 January 2018, and interested suppliers are encouraged to respond by 12 noon on 2 February 2017 for further details.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in software development, e-learning solutions, and IT consulting services. Companies that can provide innovative, user-friendly virtual learning platforms or those with experience in educational technology would be well-suited to compete. Engaging with the NHS Business Services Authority could lead to valuable partnerships and contribute to the advancement of learning solutions within the NHS, potentially driving growth and expansion in this sector.

## Notice

The NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) is investigating procurement options for the provision of a Virtual Learning Platform Solution. The NHSBSA is a multi-sited, geographically diverse organisation. We provide a broad range of NHS related services. Further information on our extensive service portfolio can be found at http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/About.aspx. The purpose of this project is to integrate access to an external virtual learning resource centre onto our NHSBSA Learning Management System (LMS). The concept for the offering is to increase our staff members' engagement and active participation in the learning process and ultimately build organisational and individual capability through encouraging the use of different ways of learning by providing access to a diverse range of learning materials. If you feel this opportunity may be of interest to you and that you have a solution to offer please response by email to michelle.mcparlin@nhs.net by 12 noon Thursday 2nd February 2017. Further information will be provided once you have confirmed your interest.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1a04242-bbc4-4b6b-82ce-294196a1bf46 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 22 Jan 2018 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | N H S BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE15 8NY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Lemington |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 23 Jan 2018 at 09:47 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1a04242-bbc4-4b6b-82ce-294196a1bf46
- 31 Jan 2017 at 15:13 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1a04242-bbc4-4b6b-82ce-294196a1bf46

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1a04242-bbc4-4b6b-82ce-294196a1bf46
  23rd January 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/About.aspx

## Provenance

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