--- title: "Learning & updates package to support trainees taking time out of training" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f8c78272-296e-42cc-a2e7-f8ca3738d81a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f8c78272-296e-42cc-a2e7-f8ca3738d81a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f8c78272-296e-42cc-a2e7-f8ca3738d81a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f8c78272-296e-42cc-a2e7-f8ca3738d81a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HEALTH EDUCATION ENGLAND" published: "2022-04-21" --- # Learning & updates package to support trainees taking time out of training Buyer: HEALTH EDUCATION ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f8c78272-296e-42cc-a2e7-f8ca3738d81a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f8c78272-296e-42cc-a2e7-f8ca3738d81a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f8c78272-296e-42cc-a2e7-f8ca3738d81a.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Health Education England (HEE) seeking a learning and updates package to support trainees who have taken time out of their training. This contract is currently in the Planning stage, with a financial value of £112,500. The tender period is set to close at midday on 23rd May 2022, after which HEE intends to award the contract directly to NB Medical, as they are believed to be the sole provider capable of meeting the specific needs of GP trainees in the North West. The contract is scheduled to commence on 13th June 2022 and will run until 12th June 2025. This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare education and training services, particularly those focusing on GP training support. Companies that provide innovative, evidence-based online learning solutions, particularly with experience in the NHS environment, would be well-suited to compete in this tender. With the potential for direct awards, it highlights the importance of demonstrating the ability to meet specific educational needs and delivering high-quality training resources to grow within the public procurement sector. ## Notice Health Education England (HEE - the Commissioner) are putting out this notice as a PIN (Prior Information Notice) with a view to completing a Direct Award. Please note the contracting authority intends to direct award the contract to NB Medical. The case for direct award can be found on the tender portal. North West School of General Practice online learning and updates package to support trainees taking time out of training. Health Education England (HEE) believes that NB Medical Education is the only organisation able to provide a single product (NB Plus) that meets the specific requirements of GP trainees in the North West who have had a break in clinical practice because: * The team of presenters at NB Medical Education are all practicing NHS GPs who are recognised nationally and internationally within their area of expertise with a genuine passion and enthusiasm for General Practice and work tirelessly to maintain a position at the forefront of modern practice. * NB Medical Education continually redesign course content and ensure they align with the latest and most up to date policies, procedures and best practice. * NB Medical Education train over 20,000 healthcare professionals every year. * NB Plus encompasses live and pre-recorded evidence-based update courses. * All courses are accompanied by a comprehensive, searchable online course reference book and NB Plus also includes one printed course reference book of the trainee's choice. * NB Plus includes over 100 hours of interactive CPD modules and appraisal essentials including Basic Life Support and Safeguarding and Child Protection. * NB Plus is available to each trainee for 12 months and can be accessed via an app and web portal on multiple devices including PCs, laptops, tablets and mobile phones. The financial envelope for the contract is PS112,500 For the Specification, Contract and the Case for Direct Award please access the portal at: https://health-family-contract-search.secure.force.com/?SearchType=Projects Please access the portal for all documents. All communications should be made via the messaging function on the Health Family E-Tendering portal. If any provider has concerns with the commissioning intentions outlined within the published documentation, please raise this via the eTendering Portal in the first instance within 30 days of the date of this Prior Information Notice. The closing date of this PIN is midday on the 23rd May 2022 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa9555a2-bc34-4039-acd7-225738f1513e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Apr 2022 | | Submission deadline | 23 May 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 12 Jun 2022 - 12 Jun 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £112,500 | | 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 | HEALTH EDUCATION ENGLAND | | Locality | LEEDS | | Post town | Leeds | | Postcode | LS1 4PL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds | | Local authority | Leeds | | Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse | | Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 21 Apr 2022 at 13:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa9555a2-bc34-4039-acd7-225738f1513e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa9555a2-bc34-4039-acd7-225738f1513e 21st April 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://health-family-contract-search.secure.force.com/?SearchType=Projects ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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