--- title: "English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Linguistic Communication Support" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0688cf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0688cf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0688cf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0688cf.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS ENGLAND" published: "2026-04-22" --- # English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Linguistic Communication Support Buyer: NHS ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0688cf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0688cf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0688cf.json) ## Summary NHS England is actively seeking bidders for its tender on English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Linguistic Communication Support, aimed at enhancing the English language proficiency and communication skills of Resident Doctors in the Midlands whose first language is not English. Classified under education and training services, the procurement process is currently at the tender stage with a planned contract commencement date of 29th May 2026. Interested parties should note the deadline for submission is midday on 15th May 2026. Located in London, NHS England is leveraging an open competition method for this below-threshold procurement, ensuring broad participation. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in language and educational support sectors to expand their client base by addressing a specific need within the NHS workforce. The focus on clinic-communication enhancement, cultural awareness, and interpersonal skills positions companies specialising in tailored language services and professional training well-suited to compete. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, reflecting the tender's suitability criteria. With a contract value ceiling of £60,000 excluding VAT and potential contract extensions based on performance, British companies can fortify their business relations with NHS England, contributing positively to the public sector. ## Notice NHS England is looking to procure 1:1 English language, linguistic, and communication skills support for Resident Doctors referred through the Midlands Professional Support and Wellbeing (PSW) service. The support is designed for trainees whose first language is not English and aims to strengthen clinical communication, interpersonal effectiveness, confidence, and cultural and linguistic awareness. Contract length is 12 months, with two optional 12 month extensions. The maximum financial envelope for this tender is PS60,000 ex VAT for 36 months in total. The deadline for submission of completed ITQ submissions is 15th May 2026 at 12:00pm (midday). Late submissions will not be accepted therefore, please submit in good time prior to the deadline date and time. All communications should be made via the messaging function on the e-Tendering portal during the tender exercise. The Contracting Authority requests that all communications are channelled through the e-portal system and not with the Contracting Authority itself other than as expressly permitted within this ITQ. Further information relating to this project can be found at NHSE e-tendering portal at the link below. All clarification questions and submission bids must be received via this portal only. Registration is free of charge. https://health-family-contract-search.secure.force.com/?SearchType=Projects ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: Up to two further 12 month extensions (1 + 1), subject to satisfactory performance and ongoing business need ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036713-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 15 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 28 May 2026 - 28 May 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £60,000 | | Lots value | £60,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 22 Apr 2026 at 14:26 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036713-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036713-2026 22nd April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://health-family-contract-search.secure.force.com/?SearchType=Projects - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome - https://www.england.nhs.uk/ - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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