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title: "NHCFT 912 Contract for the provision of an online learning platform for DAFNE (Dose Adjustment for Normal Eating) program courses for healthcare staff and patients"
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# NHCFT 912 Contract for the provision of an online learning platform for DAFNE (Dose Adjustment for Normal Eating) program courses for healthcare staff and patients

Buyer: NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE FACILITIES MANAGEMENT LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b42c89b5-65ef-4659-bdaf-1f559006983c

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## Summary

The Northumbria Healthcare Facilities Management Limited has initiated a tender process for the contract titled "NHCFT 912 Contract for the provision of an online learning platform for DAFNE program courses for healthcare staff and patients." The procurement falls under the industry category of "Training and entertainment software development services" and "Education and training services". The contract is located in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. The procurement method is an open procedure (above threshold). The tender period ends on February 19, 2024, with a contract period starting from May 9, 2024, to May 8, 2028.

This tender offers an opportunity for businesses involved in service provision and software development to compete. Companies specialising in training and software development, particularly in the healthcare industry, would find this tender beneficial. The contract's focus on an online learning platform for healthcare courses presents growth potential for businesses with expertise in e-learning solutions tailored for healthcare professionals and patients. The nature of the contract implies a long-term commitment, making it suitable for businesses looking for stable projects in the education and healthcare sectors.

## Notice

The DAFNE program provides DAFNE course content for adults living with type 1 diabetes, in a variety of formats; in addition to the provision of training courses for diabetes specialist healthcare professionals (HCPs) (doctors, diabetes specialist dietitians and nurses) on how to deliver the DAFNE patient courses. We already have nine online units with our current provider. This specification relates to: 1. the transfer of the existing 9 units to a new platform a. There is also a Resources Area on the current online platform that must be replicated. 2. the development of: a. a new patient unit for adults with type 2 diabetes using insulin - the VICTOR (Varying Insulin Doses for Changes To Routine) course; b. a new patient courses for adults using Closed Loops (CL), on how to optimise the Closed Loop technology. c. any additional units as required over the life of the contract in line with the changing needs of the service according to T&Cs of the awarded contract. 3. Minor amendments and annual updates to all units, if required 4. Hosting and maintenance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d7344488-68ee-4584-92d9-3ca5b49260b4 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jan 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 May 2024 - 8 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE FACILITIES MANAGEMENT LIMITED |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE27 0QJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | North Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Shiremoor |
| Westminster constituency | Tynemouth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 72212930 - Training and entertainment software development services
- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 19 Jan 2024 at 13:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d7344488-68ee-4584-92d9-3ca5b49260b4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d7344488-68ee-4584-92d9-3ca5b49260b4
  19th January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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