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title: "Prior Information Notice (PIN) and Market Engagement for the delivery of a Masters in Genomic Medicine - part of the NHS Genomics Education Programme, Health Education England - NHS/SoEPS/17.329"
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# Prior Information Notice (PIN) and Market Engagement for the delivery of a Masters in Genomic Medicine - part of the NHS Genomics Education Programme, Health Education England - NHS/SoEPS/17.329

Buyer: SOUTH OF ENGLAND PROCUREMENT SERVICES  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e75e366-f1d9-4657-a175-902a8d0e07b6

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## Summary

The procurement process for the delivery of a Masters in Genomic Medicine, part of the NHS Genomics Education Programme, is being initiated by the South of England Procurement Services on behalf of Health Education England. This Prior Information Notice (PIN) indicates a planned tender aimed at enhanced workforce transformation in genomics education, with a total estimated contract value of up to £7.2 million. The market engagement phase, currently in progress, includes a session scheduled for 12 July 2017 in London. Prospective providers are invited to engage with the project and respond by 7 July 2017 to participate actively in shaping the tender process, which is expected to transition into the tendering stage in August 2017.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in education and training services, particularly those that can offer innovative approaches to genomic instruction. Suitable organisations could include higher education institutions, specialised training providers in genomics, and companies with experience in developing educational programmes for health professionals. By participating in this procurement, businesses can contribute to the workforce readiness for personalised medicine in the NHS, and share in the funded places allocated based on local demand, thereby expanding their reach and impact within the healthcare sector.

## Notice

NHS South of England Procurement Services, acting on behalf of Health Education England (the Commissioner) will be commencing a tender for the delivery of a Masters (MSc) in Genomic Medicine to support workforce transformation, development and training that is intended to respond to the Department of Health's plans for an NHS that delivers personalised medicine. The MSc is preparing NHS Staff at many different levels for the future of genomics in contemporary healthcare. It is aimed at all members of the multi-professional team. It utilises innovative approaches to delivering masters level academic knowledge to genetics and non-genetics professionals to equip them to understand and embed genomics into their everyday practice. The qualification enables individuals at different levels in the workforce to implement change within their own sphere of practice, directing the workforce transformation required to make genomic services a reality in healthcare. It is envisioned that funded places will be issued to providers according to local demand with a maximum number allowed within each academic year. The total contract value is estimated to be up to PS7.2 million. Total funds to be shared between up to 10 providers This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is to advise prospective providers of the Commissioners intention. We also plan to hold a Market Engagement session in London at The Grange Holborn Hotel, WC1B 4AR on 12 July 2017 from 10:30-15:00. This will provide an opportunity for potential providers to find out more about the aims of the tender and contracts, the process involved as well as network with others. HEE will use the opportunity to gather intelligence from providers which may influence the final tender. Please RSVP by Friday 7th July 2017 with the name, title and contact details for attendees (a maximum of two attendees per organisation) to: David Callaghan Project Manager - Genomics Education Programme E. david.callaghan@hee.nhs.uk The commissioner reserves the right not to proceed with the Procurement, or any part thereof, or change the requirements as necessary at any time. It is the intention of the commissioner that the procurement will be conducted as on OJEU Service Contract using an Open Procedure under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The ITT is expected to be published in August 2017. A separate advert will be released advising of this.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/481abf0d-ca9e-4c3d-b33e-53c02b2b4ba3 |
| 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 | 15 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 23 Feb 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 | SOUTH OF ENGLAND PROCUREMENT SERVICES |
| Locality | LEWES |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN7 2PB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Lewes Bridge |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| 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

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 15 Jun 2017 at 07:16 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/481abf0d-ca9e-4c3d-b33e-53c02b2b4ba3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/481abf0d-ca9e-4c3d-b33e-53c02b2b4ba3
  15th June 2017 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

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