---
title: "Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) Preparation Courses 2026/27"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060475"
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# Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) Preparation Courses 2026/27

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060475

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## Summary

The procurement process led by NHS England, based in London, focused on the provision of "Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) Preparation Courses 2026/27" under an open competition regime. The aim was to acquire services within the education and training sector specifically for GP Registrars preparing for Royal College of General Practitioners licensing exams. The procurement stage has progressed from the tender phase in early 2026 to the award status by May 2026. The awarded contract commenced on the 30th of April 2026, with an initial span until the 29th of April 2027 and includes options for extension up to April 2029, representing a total potential contract value of £93,450 exclusive of VAT. The awarding of this contract to Truly Medical Limited underscores the successful conclusion of this competitive process targeting services within a light touch regime framework.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the education and training services sector, particularly those skilled in online course delivery and exam preparation. It suits companies that can effectively engage with healthcare professionals and cater specifically to GP Registrars. The open competition procurement method encourages small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and non-VCSE organisations to compete, offering potential for growth via a stable contract with a public authority, beneficial for both new entrants and established businesses in similar service provision. Companies positioned to meet technical requirements and deliver social value shall find this avenue advantageous for expanding their operations within the UK's central government procurement ecosystem.

## Notice

Exam preparation course for East of England GP Registrars preparing for one of the Royal College of GPs licencing exams. Invitation to Quote (ITQ) under the Light Touch Regime - Education and Training Services, using CPV code 80000000-4 Contract Start Date: 30/04/2026 Initial Contract Expiry Date: 29/04/2027 Extension Option(s): 1+1 Contract Expiry Date: 29/04/2029 Contract value of PS93,450.00 (exclusive of VAT) including optional extensions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042372-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 29 Apr 2026 - 29 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £105,000 |
| Lots value | £105,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £93,450 |

## 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 | TRULY MEDICAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 8 May 2026 at 10:04 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042372-2026
- 13 Jan 2026 at 11:34 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002581-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042372-2026
  8th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002581-2026
  13th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.england.nhs.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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