Prior information notice
This notice is for prior information only
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)
4-5 Charnwood Court,, Heol Billingsley, Parc Nantgarw
Cardiff
CF15 7QZ
UK
Contact person: DAVID MAKANI
Telephone: +44 2921501500
E-mail: david.makani@wales.nhs.uk
NUTS: UK
Internet address(es)
Main address: http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/
Address of the buyer profile: https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0221
I.2) Joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
I.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
I.5) Main activity
Health
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
Preliminary Market Engagement for Provision of a Diploma in Healthcare Planning for NHS Wales
II.1.2) Main CPV code
80000000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
NWSSP (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust), on behalf of NHS Wales Health Boards and Trusts, is conducting a review of the Diploma in Healthcare Planning requirement for NHS Wales staff. NHS Wales are seeking to engage the market to support its requirement, development and to understand the current market conditions to enable a robust procurement to meet the current and future needs of NHS Wales.
The requirement is for the design, development, accreditation and training provision for a NHS Wales specific Diploma programme.
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
No
II.2) Description
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
80000000
80300000
80400000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKL
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
NWSSP, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is acting on behalf of NHS Wales Health Boards and Trusts to commission the delivery of a Level 7 Diploma in Healthcare Planning (NHS Wales specific) for NHS Wales staff. This initiative will also include an opportunity to pursue Master’s level study.
To support this effort, a stakeholder engagement event is scheduled for 06/02/2025. The event will provide an opportunity to gather insights and perspectives from potential service providers. NWSSP is committed to ensuring broad representation at this event to facilitate a comprehensive and inclusive discussion.
II.2.14) Additional information
We invite potential bidders to a Preliminary Market Consultation for the procurement of an NHS Wales-specific planning diploma on 06/02/24, 10am-1pm via Microsoft Teams. This session will provide an overview of the requirement, followed by a Q&A. Interested bidders may also request a 10-minute 1:1 meeting. To participate, please email David.Makani@wales.nhs.uk by 31/01/24
II.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice:
01/09/2025
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.3) Additional information
In accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP), hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, invites potential bidders to a Preliminary Market Consultation for the procurement of an NHS Wales-specific planning diploma.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, 6th February 2024
Time: 10:00 – 13:00
Format: Virtual (Microsoft Teams)
This session will provide an overview of the requirement, followed by a Q&A. Interested bidders may also request a 10-minute 1:1 meeting with Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) representatives.
To participate, please email David.Makani@wales.nhs.uk with:
1. Names and positions of attendees.
2. Request for a 1:1 meeting (if desired).
3. Any Welsh language material requests (by 31/01/2024).
Important Notes
1. Participation does not guarantee procurement or contract award.
2. Shared information may be used to refine requirements and could be shared with other bidders. Do not disclose confidential information.
3. NWSSP is not responsible for any costs incurred.
4. A Welsh-language PIN notice is available upon request.
NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=147168.
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We look forward to your participation in shaping this initiative for NHS Wales.
NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at http://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=147168.
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VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
27/01/2025