- NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)
- Aneurin Bevan University
- Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
- Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
- Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
- Digital Health and Care Wales
- Health Education and Improvement Wales
- Hywel Dda University Health Board
- Powys Teaching Health Board
- Public Health Wales NHS Trust
- Swansea Bay University Health Board
- Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust
Scope
Reference
PROOJEULT39419
Description
NHS Wales are seeking proposals to design and deliver a part time post graduate qualification (diploma) in health planning for NHS Wales . This programme must be based on the latest research and combine theory, up to date knowledge of the NHS in Wales and the future challenges facing leaders in the public sector in Wales.
It is proposed that there will be 25 participants per annum for years 1 and 2. It will be the responsibility of the health boards and project manager to ensure that the total number of participants on each module remains 25 in years 1 and 2.
In the optional years the NHS Organisations are committed to recruiting up to a maximum of 25.
Participant numbers are non-committal, and the Contract Authority cannot guarantee minimum Participant numbers.
An additional place is available and could be allocated as an extra to an NHS organisation including Joint Commissioning Committee (JCC), a national organisation a Welsh Government or local authority with a close working relationship to NHS planning.
The Contracting Authority acts on behalf of itself, Local Health Boards, and other NHS Trusts (including but not limited to Velindre University NHS Trust)/Special Health Authorities within Wales.
Total value (estimated)
- £1,500,000 excluding VAT
- £15,200,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2029
- Possible extension to 31 August 2035
- 10 years
Description of possible extension:
There is an option to extend the Initial Term of the Agreement in three (3) twenty-four (24) months increments until 2035:
September 2029 - August 2031 First Extension (24 months)
September 2031 - August 2033 Second Extension (24 months)
September 2033 - August 2035 Third Extension (24 months)
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80300000 - Higher education services
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
Contract locations
- UKL - Wales
Submission
Enquiry deadline
17 June 2025, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
23 June 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
To complete your formal proposal, please access the ITT via the Bravo E Tender Wales portal where you will find a full suite of tender
documentation, reference - PRO-OJEULT-39419 as per the instructions below.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
- Welsh
- English
Award decision date (estimated)
11 August 2025
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 1 May 2035
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Technical | Technical scores - 40% |
Quality |
| Price | Commercial score - 60% |
Price |
Weighting description
Evaluation Stage
Criteria
Evaluation /%
Stage 1
Compliant Bid
Pass/Fail
Stage 2
Conditions for Participation
Pass/Fail
Stage 4
Technical - scored
40%
Stage 4
Commercial
60%
Priority Supplier Programme
2% (as part of the overall commercial %)
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authorities
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)
- NHS Organisation Data Service: RQF
4-5 Charnwood Court,
Cardiff
CF14 3UZ
United Kingdom
Region: UKL22 - Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Aneurin Bevan University
- NHS Organisation Data Service: 7A6
St Cadoc's Hospital
Newport
NP18 3xQ
United Kingdom
Email: David.Makani@wales.nhs.co.uk
Region: UKL21 - Monmouthshire and Newport
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
- NHS Organisation Data Service: 7A1
Headquarters Ysbyty Gwynedd,
Gwynedd
LL57 2PW
United Kingdom
Email: David.Makani@wales.nhs.uk
Region: UKL12 - Gwynedd
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
- NHS Organisation Data Service: 7A4
Woodland House, Maes-y-Coed Road,
Cardiff
CF14 4HH
United Kingdom
Email: David.Makani@wales.nhs.uk
Region: UKL22 - Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
- NHS Organisation Data Service: 7A5
Ynysmeurig House, Navigation Park
Abercynon, CF45 4SN
CF45 4SN
United Kingdom
Email: David.Makani@wales.nhs.uk
Region: UKL15 - Central Valleys
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Digital Health and Care Wales
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHXM-8593-WBPZ
Tŷ Glan-yr-Afon 21 Cowbridge Road East
Cariff
CF11 9AD
United Kingdom
Email: David.Makani@wales.nhs.uk
Region: UKL22 - Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Health Education and Improvement Wales
- NHS Organisation Data Service: T1530
Tŷ Dysgu Cefn Coed
Nantgarw
CF15 7QQ
United Kingdom
Email: David.Makani@wales.nhs.uk
Region: UKL15 - Central Valleys
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Hywel Dda University Health Board
- NHS Organisation Data Service: 7A2
Ystwyth Building, Hafan Derwen, St Davids Park, Jobswell Road,
Carmarthen
SA31 3BB
United Kingdom
Email: David.Makani@nhs.wales.uk
Region: UKL14 - South West Wales
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Powys Teaching Health Board
- NHS Organisation Data Service: 7A7
Headquarters, Bronllys Hospital, Bronllys,
Brecon
LD3 0LY
United Kingdom
Email: David.Makani@wales.nhs.uk
Region: UKL24 - Powys
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Public Health Wales NHS Trust
- NHS Organisation Data Service: RYT
2 Capital Quarter Tyndall Street
Cardiff
CF10 4BZ
United Kingdom
Email: David.Makani@nhs.wales.uk
Region: UKL22 - Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Swansea Bay University Health Board
- NHS Organisation Data Service: 7A3
1 Talbot Gateway, Baglan Energy Park, Baglan,
Port Talbot
SA12 7BR
United Kingdom
Email: David.Makani@nhs.wales.uk
Region: UKL17 - Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust
- NHS Organisation Data Service: RT4
Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust Beacon House William Brown Close
Cwmbran
NP44 3AB
United Kingdom
Email: David.Makani@wales.nhs.uk
Region: UKL16 - Gwent Valleys
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Contact organisation
Contact NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) for any enquiries.