---
title: "CILIP Reaccreditation for the Knowledge for Healthcare Learning Academy"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05862e"
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# CILIP Reaccreditation for the Knowledge for Healthcare Learning Academy

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05862e

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## Summary

NHS England has concluded a public procurement process for the reaccreditation of training courses provided by the Knowledge for Healthcare Learning Academy, aimed at supporting NHS Knowledge and Library Services. The procurement, awarded to CILIP, the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals, falls under the services category, specifically education and training services. This contract, valued at £28,000, was awarded directly below the competition threshold under a 'direct' procurement method. The contract spans from 15 November 2025 to 14 November 2028, reinforcing the professional standards required for continued workforce development within the NHS. The process has reached the 'award' and 'contract' stages, with the agreement signed and finalised as of 12 August 2025.

This contract presents significant opportunities for educational and professional institutions focusing on healthcare services, as it highlights the importance of maintaining high standards of training accreditation. Organisations that specialise in healthcare education, staff development, and library services would find this opportunity particularly suited to their portfolios. By aligning with the needs of public health institutions, businesses can leverage such contracts for growth, enhancing their credibility and expanding their influence in the healthcare training sector. The need for continuous professional development in public health environments offers a platform for businesses to demonstrate innovative solutions and tailor their services to meet stringent professional benchmarks, positioning themselves as vital partners in the healthcare landscape.

## Notice

This service delivers the formal reaccreditation of training courses offered by the NHS Knowledge for Healthcare Learning Academy. These courses are specifically designed to enhance the skills and capabilities of staff working in NHS Knowledge and Library Services (KLS), enabling them to better support evidence-based healthcare across the NHS. Accreditation is granted for a three-year period by CILIP the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals recognising that the Academy's training meets nationally endorsed professional standards. This reaccreditation assures the quality, relevance, and credibility of the training, reinforcing its role in workforce development, staff retention, and continuous service improvement within the NHS KLS community.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048055-2025 |
| 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 | 12 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 Nov 2025 - 14 Nov 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £28,000 |

## 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 | CILIP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 12 Aug 2025 at 13:08 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048055-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048055-2025
  12th 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

## Provenance

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