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title: "Term Contract for the provision of Ninewells Patient Simulation Requirement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058577"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE"
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# Term Contract for the provision of Ninewells Patient Simulation Requirement

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058577

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## Summary

The University of Dundee has completed the contracting process for a term contract titled "Provision of Ninewells Patient Simulation Requirement" under the services category, with a focus on research services. The contract is aimed at enhancing medical education by simulating patient interactions for both teaching and summative assessment activities. The process followed an open procurement procedure and was carried out in the Dundee region, specifically serving the Ninewells Hospital and associated schools. The procurement was initiated as a tender and involved key procurement stages from planning to award. Notably, the contract was signed on 13th November 2025 and is valued at £400,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical education services, particularly those proficient in delivering simulation-based training and capable of providing skilled actors for this context. With the focus on quality and training, businesses with relevant experience in educational simulations for medical courses are well-positioned to compete. The open procurement method reflects inclusivity, encouraging a diverse range of suppliers to participate, including small and medium enterprises like CTC Role Play, the awarded supplier. Engaging in such contracts can help businesses expand their service offerings and strengthen their positions in the market for educational support services.

## Notice

Term Contract for the provision of Ninewells Patient Simulation Requirement

### Lot Information

Lot 1

First-Generation Term Contract is required to provide a quick route to market for the provision of actors to support the delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate medical education. These services are required to simulate patient interactions during both teaching and summative assessment activities, including Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs).The initial contract term will be two (2) years, with the option to extend for 2 x 12 months, if required, at the sole discretion of the University and subject to ongoing satisfactory performance by the appointed Service Provider(s). Additional information: N/A

Renewal: Option to extend contract for years 3 and 4 subject to ongoing need and satisfactory performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080600-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | £600,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £600,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE |
| Locality | DUNDEE |
| Post town | Dundee |
| Postcode | DD1 4HN |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM03 Angus and Dundee City |
| Local authority | Dundee City |
| Electoral ward | West End |
| Westminster constituency | Dundee Central |
| Delivery location | TLM71 Angus and Dundee City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CTC ROLE PLAY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 8 Dec 2025 at 13:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080600-2025
- 8 Dec 2025 at 12:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080588-2025
- 11 Aug 2025 at 15:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047762-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dundee.ac.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.co.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000806093
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00105

## Provenance

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