Scope
Reference
COMM-FTS-60287
Description
Multi provider Open Framework for various levels of specialist mental health intervention education and training (credit and non credit bearing) that is reflective of current mental health practice in Wales, for staff employed in health care.
The Framework will be opened biennially (being once every two years) to allow new entrants to the market to seek appointment onto the Framework.
Initial Term - the first delivery of the Programme(s) shall commence from the services commencement date on 1st September 2027 and expire 31st August 2032.
Future Refresh Dates (appointment to the Framework Agreement) shall be on or around:
1st Sep 2029, [responses by 30th November 2028]
1st Sep 2031, [responses by 30th November 2030]
1st Sep 2033, [responses by 30th November 2032]*
*In the event the Framework Agreement is extended.
There is an option to extend the Initial Term of the Framework Agreement up to 3 years until the 31st August 2035.
Commercial tool
Establishes an open framework
Total value (estimated)
- £7,600,000 excluding VAT
- £7,600,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Contract locations
- UKL - Wales
Not the same for all lots
Contract dates are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Credit bearing Programmes
Description
Credit bearing Programmes related to the following categories -
Cognitive and behavioural therapy (CBT) - Specialisms
Low Intensity CBT
Family & Systemic Interventions
Psychotherapy modalities
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Counselling
Arts Therapies
Parenting and Behavioural Interventions
Solution Focused Therapies (SFT)
Physical Health Needs
Lot value (estimated)
- £1 excluding VAT
- £1 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2027 to 31 August 2032
- Possible extension to 31 August 2035
- 8 years
Description of possible extension:
Option to extend up to 3 years
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract locations are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Non-Credit Bearing Programmes
Description
Non-Credit Bearing Programmes related to the following categories -
Credit bearing Programmes -
Cognitive and behavioural therapy (CBT) - Specialisms
Low Intensity CBT
Family & Systemic Interventions
Psychotherapy modalities
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Counselling
Arts Therapies
Parenting and Behavioural Interventions
Solution Focused Therapies (SFT)
Physical Health Needs
Lot value (estimated)
- £1 excluding VAT
- £1 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2027 to 31 August 2032
- Possible extension to 31 August 2035
- 8 years
Description of possible extension:
Option to extend for up to 3 years
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract locations are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Open framework scheme end date (estimated)
31 August 2035
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
The Framework will be opened biennially (being once every two years) to allow new entrants to the market to seek appointment onto the Framework.
Future Refresh Dates (appointment to the Framework Agreement) shall be on or around:
1st Sep 2029, [responses by 30th November 2028]
1st Sep 2031, [responses by 30th November 2030]
1st Sep 2033, [responses by 30th November 2032]*
*In the event the Framework Agreement is extended
Award method when using the framework
Without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Credit bearing Programmes
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Non-Credit Bearing Programmes
Information can be found in the tender documents
Technical ability conditions of participation
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Credit bearing Programmes
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Non-Credit Bearing Programmes
Information can be found in the tender documents
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Credit bearing Programmes
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Non-Credit Bearing Programmes
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
17 March 2026, 12:00am
Tender submission deadline
23 March 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Further detail of the requirement is outlined within the service specification included with this tender which is available online via e-tenderwales (https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.shtml)
itt_121257
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
- Welsh
- English
Award decision date (estimated)
12 October 2026
Award criteria
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Credit bearing Programmes
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | Capped Pricing 85% Quality 15% Social Value |
Quality | 100.00% |
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Non-Credit Bearing Programmes
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | 85% Quality 15% Social Value |
Quality | 100.00% |
Other information
Payment terms
Payment terms are included in the tender documentation
Description of risks to contract performance
Non committal framework agreement. Tuition fees will be reviewed in accordance with the terms and conditions.
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXWV-6492-CGMN
Tŷ Dysgu Cefn Coed
Cardiff
CF15 7QQ
United Kingdom
Contact name: Keri Jones
Email: keri.jones3@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-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)
Summary of their role in this procurement: NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services is providing the procurement advice and procurement tendering platform on behalf of HEIW to facilitate this procurement. Health Education and Improvement Wales is the Commissioner for this Procurement
- NHS Organisation Data Service: RQF
4-5 Charnwood Court, Heol Billingsley, Parc Nantgarw
Cardiff
CF15 7QZ
United Kingdom
Contact name: Keri Jones
Email: keri.jones3@wales.nhs.uk
Region: UKL15 - Central Valleys