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title: "Return to Midwifery programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-056b4b"
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# Return to Midwifery programme

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056b4b

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## Summary

NHS England has led the procurement process for a project titled "Return to Midwifery Programme" to address the lack of a Return to Practice Midwifery programme in the East Midlands, thus facilitating a local and accessible route for qualified midwives to return to the profession. Categorised under education and training services, this initiative falls under the direct procurement method without competition due to its below-threshold nature. The University of Lincoln has been awarded the contract to develop and deliver the programme, commencing from 22nd September 2025 and ending on 22nd September 2026. The procurement process is currently at the Award stage, having been completed and signed on 30th July 2025. The programme will deliver its services in the United Kingdom, particularly boosting the midwifery workforce locally.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the education and healthcare sectors, particularly those experienced in developing and delivering training programmes. Companies specialising in education services and healthcare training, especially those focused on midwifery and nursing training solutions, could benefit particularly from such opportunities. While the awarded contract directly involves the University of Lincoln, there may be further chances for subcontracting or collaboration, offering scope for growth to businesses looking to expand their contacts and influence within the public healthcare training market. Engaging with programmes like this could enhance a business's profile, allowing it to contribute to crucial workforce development within the healthcare sector.

## Notice

There is currently no Return to Practice (RTP) Midwifery programme available in the East Midlands, creating a significant barrier for qualified midwives who want to return to the profession but are unable to travel long distances or relocate. To address this gap, a new RTP Midwifery programme is being developed to provide a local, accessible route back into practice. Lincoln University will lead the development and delivery of the programme, supported by NHS England, which is funding a part-time Band 6 project lead to oversee its design. The course will include local clinical placements, enabling returning midwives to complete the 450 practice hours required by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) within nearby NHS Trusts. This initiative responds to clear regional demand and supports broader efforts to strengthen and grow the midwifery workforce.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045210-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 21 Sep 2025 - 22 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £10,500 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 8UG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth |
| Local authority | Lambeth |
| Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 1 Aug 2025 at 12:10 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045210-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045210-2025
  1st August 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.england.nhs.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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