Procurement

Always-on' partnership with UCAS

  • NHS England

Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-069232

Description

Due to delays arising from administrative and operational circumstances, NHS England awarded this contract to UCAS (University and Colleges Admissions Service) commencing 25/07/2025.

The contract will focus on increasing the number of applicants to Nursing and Midwifery clinical programmes.

NHS England will submit the UK07 notice at the earliest opportunity afforded by the e-notification systems.

Awarded to UCAS as the Government's appointed provider for University and College admissions.

UCAS's unique capabilities in real-time data insights and targeted student engagement provide an opportunity to attract diverse talent, including those pursuing apprenticeships and non-traditional career pathways. This approach also aligns with the government's five missions, particularly:

1. Kickstarting Economic Growth: By supporting recruitment in underserved areas, the partnership fosters local economic development through high-value career opportunities.

2. Breaking Down Barriers to Opportunity: Emphasising apprenticeships and alternative career pathways ensures equitable access to NHS careers for underrepresented and disadvantaged groups.

3. Building an NHS Fit for the Future: Modernising student atrraction and recruitment through data-driven, responsive strategies ensures the NHS workforce is prepared to meet future healthcare demands.

Notices

UK7: Contract details notice

Notice identifier
2026/S 000-080853
Published
25 August 2026, 1:33pm

UK11: Contract termination notice

Notice identifier
2026/S 000-060577
Published
29 June 2026, 9:10am

UK7: Contract details notice

Notice identifier
2026/S 000-043106
Published
11 May 2026, 3:29pm

UK6: Contract award notice

Notice identifier
2026/S 000-041543
Published
6 May 2026, 2:51pm

UK5: Transparency notice

Notice identifier
2026/S 000-041406
Published
6 May 2026, 10:46am