- Lot 1. Lot 1 - Conflict resolution
- Lot 2. Lot 2 - AI in Medicine
- Lot 3. Lot 3 - Being an active Bystander
- Lot 4. Lot 4 - Leadership and Management
- Lot 5. Lot 5 - Advanced Communication Skills
- Lot 6. Lot 6 - Medical Ethics and Law
- Lot 7. Lot 7 - Making a Business Case
- Lot 8. Lot 8 - Wellbeing and Self Compassion
Scope
Reference
HEIW - FTS - 61935 - H0844
Description
Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) is seeking proposals from suitably qualified and experienced training providers for the delivery of high‑quality generic training courses to support the continued professional development of Staff and Associate Specialist (SAS) doctors across Wales.
The contract will include the delivery of programmes in key development areas such as conflict resolution, AI in medicine, active bystander training, leadership and management, advanced communication skills, medical ethics and law, making a business case, and wellbeing and self‑compassion.
These courses are intended to equip SAS doctors with the knowledge, competencies and professional skills required to support their career progression-particularly in working towards eligibility for the General Medical Council's Specialist Register and future consultant‑level roles within NHS Wales.
Total value (estimated)
- £48,000 excluding VAT
- £57,600 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 16 April 2026 to 15 April 2029
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Contract locations
- UKL - Wales
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Conflict resolution
Description
To equip doctors with the knowledge, communication skills, and professional behaviours needed to effectively prevent, manage, and resolve conflict in clinical practice, in order to enhance patient safety, teamwork, and quality of care
Lot value (estimated)
- £6,000 excluding VAT
- £7,200 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Lot 2 - AI in Medicine
Description
To equip doctors with the knowledge, skills, and professional judgment needed to safely, ethically, and effectively use artificial intelligence in clinical practice to enhance patient care and decision-making.
Lot value (estimated)
- £6,000 excluding VAT
- £7,200 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Lot 3 - Being an active Bystander
Description
To empower doctors with the confidence, skills, and professional responsibility to safely challenge inappropriate behaviour, support colleagues, and promote a culture of respect, psychological safety, and patient safety in healthcare settings
Lot value (estimated)
- £6,000 excluding VAT
- £7,200 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Lot 4 - Leadership and Management
Description
To equip doctors with the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviours needed to lead teams, manage resources, drive service improvement, and make ethical, accountable decisions that enhance patient care and organizational effectiveness.
Lot value (estimated)
- £6,000 excluding VAT
- £7,200 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 5. Lot 5 - Advanced Communication Skills
Description
To enhance doctors' ability to communicate effectively and empathetically with patients, families, and colleagues, enabling them to manage complex or sensitive clinical interactions, support shared decision-making, and maintain professionalism in all healthcare settings.
Lot value (estimated)
- £6,000 excluding VAT
- £7,200 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 6. Lot 6 - Medical Ethics and Law
Description
To equip doctors with the knowledge, skills, and professional judgment needed to apply ethical principles and legal requirements in clinical practice, make informed and morally sound decisions, communicate responsibly, and uphold professional accountability.
Lot value (estimated)
- £6,000 excluding VAT
- £7,200 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 7. Lot 7 - Making a Business Case
Description
To equip doctors with the knowledge, analytical skills, and professional judgment needed to develop, present, and implement effective business cases that support service improvement, resource optimization, and evidence-based decision-making in healthcare.
Lot value (estimated)
- £6,000 excluding VAT
- £7,200 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 8. Lot 8 - Wellbeing and Self Compassion
Description
To support doctors in developing self-awareness, resilience, and self-compassion skills that enhance personal wellbeing, sustain professional effectiveness, and foster a supportive, psychologically safe clinical environment.
Lot value (estimated)
- £6,000 excluding VAT
- £7,200 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Conflict resolution
Lot 2. Lot 2 - AI in Medicine
Lot 3. Lot 3 - Being an active Bystander
Lot 4. Lot 4 - Leadership and Management
Lot 5. Lot 5 - Advanced Communication Skills
Lot 6. Lot 6 - Medical Ethics and Law
Lot 7. Lot 7 - Making a Business Case
Lot 8. Lot 8 - Wellbeing and Self Compassion
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
12 February 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
17 February 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Technical - 40%
Commercial - 60%
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Health Education and Improvement Wales
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRNH-7564-JLCQ
Tŷ Dysgu, Cefn Coed
Nantgarw
CF15 7QQ
United Kingdom
Contact name: Vijay Buddharaju
Email: Vijay.Buddharaju2@wales.nhs.uk
Website: http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/
Region: UKL15 - Central Valleys
Organisation type: Public authority - central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Other organisation
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)
Summary of their role in this procurement: Managing Procurement (end to end)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXWV-6492-CGMN
4-5 Charnwood Court
Cardiff
CF15 7QZ
United Kingdom
Contact name: Vijay Buddharaju
Region: UKL15 - Central Valleys