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title: "W002181 Independent Prescribing for Optometrists - Postgraduate Ocular Therapeutics (Part-Time Course)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-046e47"
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# W002181 Independent Prescribing for Optometrists - Postgraduate Ocular Therapeutics (Part-Time Course)

Buyer: NHS EDUCATION FOR SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-046e47

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## Summary

NHS Education for Scotland has completed the procurement process for the tender titled "W002181 Independent Prescribing for Optometrists – Postgraduate Ocular Therapeutics (Part-Time Course)" in the education and training services category (CPV 80000000). The procurement was conducted under a limited method due to the unique qualifications of the supplier. The process was finalised with the award being made on 7th June 2024, and Glasgow Caledonian University, located in Glasgow, Scotland, was appointed as the supplier for this contract. The contract value is £97,500 and pertains to services provided within the UK region UKM.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses involved in specialised educational and training services. The focus on postgraduate ocular therapeutics means that entities with expertise in optometry education and those capable of delivering part-time courses with a blend of online and in-person learning might find this landscape beneficial. Companies that can navigate the stringent requirements of accreditation bodies like the General Optical Council will be especially well-suited to compete in this arena. Engaging in such contracts can enhance reputation and provide entry into specialised segments of the education sector.

## Notice

Independent Prescribing for Optometrists - Postgraduate Ocular Therapeutics (Part-Time Course)

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Independent Prescribing for Optometrists - Postgraduate Ocular Therapeutics (Part-Time Course)

### Procurement Information

Glasgow Caledonian University is the only accredited training provider for this course in Scotland. Within Scotland, Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is the only education provider currently offering the Independent Prescribing Qualification. The qualification offered at GCU offers a blended learning approach and at least one live learning day per module (3 modules in total). Out with Scotland there are other education providers who can offer this course however attending these institutes would require excessive travel and additional expense. Other UK providers offer the qualification, however only via distance learning only package

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007861-2025 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £97,500 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS EDUCATION FOR SCOTLAND |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G72 7PW |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM95 South Lanarkshire |
| Local authority | South Lanarkshire |
| Electoral ward | Cambuslang West |
| Westminster constituency | Rutherglen |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GLASGOW CALEDONIAN UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2025 at 14:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007861-2025
- 7 Jun 2024 at 11:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017710-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nes.scot.nhs.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000768750
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA13002

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