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title: "Framework for the supply of OSCE Ready International Nurses"
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# Framework for the supply of OSCE Ready International Nurses

Buyer: MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ec3ec6bf-abb4-48fe-aa75-a27ab3c55211

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## Summary

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is currently conducting a procurement process for a framework aimed at supplying OSCE ready international nurses. The tender is classified under recruitment services and is set in the United Kingdom. The tender period will close on 4th March 2020, with the contract expected to commence on 1st April 2020 and run for four years, until 31st March 2024. This procurement follows the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation and allows NHS organisations across the UK to access this essential framework.

This procurement presents an excellent opportunity for nursing agencies and recruitment firms, particularly those with experience in international recruitment and compliance with OSCE standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as this framework will provide a significant resource for NHS Trusts, enhancing their capacity to deliver quality healthcare services across the UK.

## Notice

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust (MTW) are seeking tenders from suitably experienced Supplier who can provide OSCE ready international nurses in accordance with the service specification and other associated documentation. The development of a Direct Award Framework will enable NHS organisations to access the single appointed Supplier for the provision of OSCE ready international nurses. This is seen as a valuable resource for NHS Trust's within the United Kingdom and represents an exciting step change in the provision of Nurses into the NHS. The Contract will run for 48 months, unless terminated in accordance with the Terms and Conditions. Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Trust Procurement Portal. MTW is undertaking this procurement activity under the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation Procedure and will subsequently award a direct access Framework that is accessible by all NHS Trust's within the United Kingdom.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29a710dc-0248-489a-b68e-686c4369ce86 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £140,000,000 |
| 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 | MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST |
| Locality | MAIDENSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME16 9QQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | Barming Heath & Teston |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2020 at 15:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29a710dc-0248-489a-b68e-686c4369ce86

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29a710dc-0248-489a-b68e-686c4369ce86
  3rd February 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.mtw.nhs.uk/

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