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# The Provision of a Category Management Training Programme

Buyer: NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1949dcc3-9df5-4890-93a9-ab0a43ad6825

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "The Provision of a Category Management Training Programme" was initiated by the NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit in Derby, England. This service falls under the industry category of Specialist training services, and the contract was awarded on 2nd January 2019, with a total value of £51,275. The contract period spanned from 1st January 2019 to 31st December 2019, with an option for a six-month extension subject to satisfactory performance. The procurement method was categorised as 'Other - ', and the involvement of suitable suppliers, including SMEs and VCSEs, is highlighted in the contract details.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in training and development, particularly those with experience in delivering bespoke category management training. Larger training providers or specialised institutions capable of offering a blended learning approach, including e-learning and in-person workshops, would be well-suited to compete. Engaging with this contract could enable businesses to expand their portfolios and establish long-term relationships with public sector clients, supporting growth in a competitive industry.

## Notice

To support continuous service improvement, the Authority seeks a suitably qualified and experienced Supplier to deliver a Category Management Training Programme (the Service). Delivering bespoke category management training based on the procurement team's individual needs. The Service will cover the following blended programmes of learning:- * E-learning via access to a web-based platform * Tutorial based Workshops * Application and Support * Assessment of Learning The service will need to be able to deliver the above, broken down by both staffing and skill groups. The contract is for a period of 12 months with the option to extend for a further 6 month if required and subject to satisfactory performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2d08ff4-f583-4e26-a496-aaf7c8184369 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Dec 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jan 2019 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £51,275 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE1 3QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Darley |
| Westminster constituency | Derby North |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOURCEXCHANGE (GSY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80510000 - Specialist training services

## Release History

- 1 May 2020 at 08:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2d08ff4-f583-4e26-a496-aaf7c8184369

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2d08ff4-f583-4e26-a496-aaf7c8184369
  1st May 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ardengemcsu.nhs.uk/

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