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title: "Pharmacy Access to Programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0385f8"
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buyer: "NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)"
published: "2023-10-16"
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# Pharmacy Access to Programme

Buyer: NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0385f8

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## Summary

The Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) is inviting tenders for the "Pharmacy Access to Programme" under the services category of education and training services. The procurement process, currently in the active stage, involves two lots: "Face to Face Delivery" and "Distance Learning." The anticipated services commencement date is around 5th January 2023, with a tender period ending on 7th December 2022. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the authority is seeking qualified providers to deliver qualifications for the Modern Apprentice Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician Training Programme across Wales.

This tender from HEIW offers opportunities for businesses providing education and training services to engage with the healthcare workforce development in Wales. Businesses offering face-to-face and distance learning solutions, especially in the field of healthcare education, are well-suited to compete. Interested parties can access the tender documentation via the Bravo eTenderwales portal. The submission deadline for bids is 7th December 2022, with a bid validity period until 7th March 2023. The authority highlights the importance of delivering social value and community benefits in line with economic, environmental, and social objectives.

## Notice

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) is a Special Health Authority and sits alongside Health Boards and Trusts. HEIW have a leading role in the education, training, development, and shaping of the healthcare workforce, supporting high-quality care for the people of Wales. HEIW are an approved City and Guilds centre for the delivery of the PRPT Programme across Wales; the PRPT Programme is funded and delivered through an apprenticeship framework by the Welsh Government (WG). HEIW are seeking a provider(s) to fulfil a need for delivery of one or more qualifications, being GCSE or level 2 equivalent, which will allow candidates to meet the compulsory entry criteria for the HEIW Modern Apprentice Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician Training Programme (PRPT). The compulsory entry criteria of the PRPT are for individuals to hold a minimum of 4 GCSE's at grade C or above (or level 2 equivalent) including English, Maths, Science and also offer Digital Literacy. HEIW are looking for a provider that will be able to provide the above qualifications as detailed in the Instruction To Bidder documentation.

### Lot Information

Face to Face Delivery

Face to Face Delivery - Lot 1 is further broken down into geographical sub-lots (therefore requiring face to face learning takes place within the geographical boundary of the Health Board) as demonstrated under table 1 below. The Contractor(s) will therefore be required to deliver education and training Services within the Geographic Boundaries of the Sub-lot(s) they are bidding for. It is the Contracting Authority's intention to award one Contract per Sub-lot and as appropriate, Accordingly, each Sub-lot will be evaluated separately.

Renewal: 12 months optional extension

Distance Learning

Distance Learning - The Contractor is required to deliver the required qualification of Synchronous Learning and Asynchronous Learning to support those employed within NHS Wales and by providers to NHS Wales to achieve the required GCSE's qualification. The Lot shall be awarded to one supplier and delivery requirement are detailed below: Via a virtual learning environment provide a distance learning approach: -Provide learning materials online. -This approach to learning should be supported with both synchronous and asynchronous learning activity. -Provide regular access to a dedicated tutor. -Provide access to Student forums and learning events. -Whilst on Placement, Students should be supported with synchronous learning activities. -The EP must allow Students to access a full online library service and support service.

Renewal: 12 month optional extension

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030461-2023 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Oct 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Dec 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Oct 2023 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £182,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST) |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF15 7QZ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| Electoral ward | Taff's Well |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff North |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80100000 - Primary education services

## Release History

- 16 Oct 2023 at 13:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030461-2023
- 17 Nov 2022 at 08:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032584-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/
- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/andclickthelinktoregister
- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/home.html
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0221
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx

## Provenance

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