--- title: "Pharmacy Technician Clinical Skills Development" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ce9e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ce9e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ce9e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ce9e.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS ENGLAND" published: "2026-07-22" --- # Pharmacy Technician Clinical Skills Development Buyer: NHS ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ce9e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ce9e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ce9e.json) ## Summary NHS England, situated in London, is currently updating its tender process to identify a delivery partner for the "Pharmacy Technician Clinical Skills Development" programme. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on education and training. The tender aims to empower pharmacy technicians with enhanced clinical capabilities, supporting the delivery of extended services essential for patient safety amidst substantial pharmacy reforms. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 11th August 2026 at 12:00 pm via the specified e-tendering portal. The procurement method is open competition with a Light Touch Regime, offering a total contract value of £360,000 for three two-year programmes, with individual cohort costs set at £60,000 per annum. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in professional training and development, particularly those geared towards the healthcare sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) capable of delivering high-quality technical training might find this opportunity suitable for expanding their portfolio. The contract entails a focus on technical (60%), social value (10%), and commercial aspects (30%), providing scope for businesses that integrate these facets into their service offerings. Successful candidates will work within the NHS Standard Terms and Conditions, potentially enhancing their reputation by collaborating with a leading public authority. ## Notice This requirement is to identify a delivery partner to provide: a clinical skills and knowledge training course for pharmacy technicians to develop them to maximise their capability in the delivery of extended clinical services in addition to NHS core services. This is required for patient safety if we are to successfully implement the biggest reforms in pharmacy for decades. The total contract value for running three 2-year programmes is set at PS360,000 (inc. VAT). The training cost per cohort will be PS60,000 per annum. This is aligned to existing provision which meets system requirements (obtained through scoping survey). The training will support patient safety where pharmacy technicians are undertaking new service s such as Pharmacy First. There is a need, as highlighted through stakeholder engagement, to bridge the gap between initial education training to the level of clinical knowledge and skills required to meet service provision needs. The intention is to run an open process under the Light Touch Regime via. Contracts Finder. The % split used will be 60% technical, 10% social value, 30% commercial. NHS Standard Terms and Conditions for the provision of services will apply. The deadline for submission of completed ITQ submissions is 11th August 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. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069084-2026 | | 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 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 13 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £300,000 | | Lots value | £300,000 | | 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 Jul 2026 at 10:40 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069084-2026 - 20 Jul 2026 at 10:44 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068149-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069084-2026 22nd July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068149-2026 20th July 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 This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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