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title: "Communication skills for language and interpersonal skills"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ab8a"
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# Communication skills for language and interpersonal skills

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ab8a

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## Summary

NHS England is inviting tenders for a project titled "Communication skills for language and interpersonal skills," aiming to provide communication support for doctors, dentists, and pharmacists in training in the east of England region. This contract, valued at approximately £108,000, with a net worth of £84,000, will run initially for 24 months starting on 1st August 2026, with the possibility of a 12-month extension. The current procurement process is in the tender stage, and it employs an open procurement method below the threshold. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 19th June 2026, at midday. All communications and submissions must be made via the e-Tendering portal, and clarification questions are also channelled through this system, with the enquiry period concluding on 12th June 2026.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in education and training services. With an emphasis on technical capabilities accounting for 60% of the award criteria, businesses with robust technical expertise in communication training will have a competitive edge. Additionally, the tender allows for showcasing social value initiatives, comprising 10% of the evaluation, making it attractive for socially responsible enterprises. The central government authority, NHS England, known for its comprehensive healthcare procurement, provides a reputable platform for expansion into the public sector, especially for businesses looking to establish or expand their footprint in healthcare training services.

## Notice

To provide communication skills support for language and interpersonal skills for doctors, dentists and pharmacists in training in the east of England region. The intention is to award a contract for an initial period of 24months, with the option to extend for a further 1 period of up to 12 months. The deadline for completed ITT submissions is 19th June 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 ITT. 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

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051924-2026 |
| 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 | 2 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £84,000 |
| Lots value | £84,000 |
| 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

- 2 Jun 2026 at 13:16 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051924-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051924-2026
  2nd June 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

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