--- title: "Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA) Exam Support for GP Resident Doctors EM" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c134" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c134" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c134.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c134.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS ENGLAND" published: "2026-07-01" --- # Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA) Exam Support for GP Resident Doctors EM Buyer: NHS ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c134 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c134) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c134.json) ## Summary NHS England is currently in the tender stage of procuring services titled "Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA) Exam Support for GP Resident Doctors EM". This procurement, classified under education and training services, is aimed at GP registrars in the East Midlands, focusing on preparation for one of their licensing exams. The contracting process is open and being handled through NHS England with an emphasis on a below-threshold open competition procurement method. Interested parties need to submit their tenders by 22nd July 2026 at 12:00 pm. The contract is set to commence on 1st October 2026 and will initially run for 24 months with a possibility for one 12-month extension. Communications regarding the tender must be made through the designated e-tendering portal. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in educational and training services, particularly those experienced in exam preparation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) along with voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) have been highlighted as suitable contenders, allowing them to forge partnerships with NHS England and potentially expand their reach in the healthcare training sector. The competition includes technical prowess (60%), social value (10%), and cost (30%) as the award criteria, enabling a balanced assessment that favours quality and value. The total contract value is approximately £157,500 excluding VAT, providing a stable financial opportunity for businesses looking to secure long-term partnerships with a central government authority. ## Notice NHS England Workforce, Training and Education is seeking to procure exam preparation course is for East Midlands GP registrars to support their preparation for the Simulated Consultation Assessment which is one of the Royal College of General Practitioners licencing exams. Contract will run for 24 months, with one optional 12 month extensions Total funding available is PS157,500 ex vat. The deadline for submission of completed ITQ submissions is 22th July 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 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061741-2026 | | 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 | 1 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 22 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 1 Oct 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £157,500 | | Lots value | £157,500 | | 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 | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 1 Jul 2026 at 12:37 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061741-2026 - 1 Jul 2026 at 11:58 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061706-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061741-2026 1st July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061706-2026 1st July 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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