Scope
Procurement reference
HEIW - FTS - 61935 - H0844
Procurement 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, excluding VAT)
48000 GBP to 48000GBP
Contract dates (estimated)
16 April 2026, 00:00AM to 15 April 2029, 23:59PM
Lots
Divided into 8 lots
Lot 1 - Conflict resolution
Lot number: 1
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
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Lot value (estimated)
6000 GBP Excluding VAT
7200 GBP Including VAT
Sustainability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contract start date (estimated)
16 April 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
15 April 2029, 23:59PM
Simple description of award criteria
Technical - 40%
Commercial - 60%
Lot 2 - AI in Medicine
Lot number: 2
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.
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Lot value (estimated)
6000 GBP Excluding VAT
7200 GBP Including VAT
Sustainability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contract start date (estimated)
16 April 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
15 April 2029, 23:59PM
Simple description of award criteria
Technical - 40%
Commercial - 60%
Lot 3 - Being an active Bystander
Lot number: 3
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
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Lot value (estimated)
6000 GBP Excluding VAT
7200 GBP Including VAT
Sustainability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contract start date (estimated)
16 April 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
15 April 2029, 23:59PM
Simple description of award criteria
Technical - 40%
Commercial - 60%
Lot 4 - Leadership and Management
Lot number: 4
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.
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Lot value (estimated)
6000 GBP Excluding VAT
7200 GBP Including VAT
Sustainability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contract start date (estimated)
16 April 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
15 April 2029, 23:59PM
Simple description of award criteria
Technical - 40%
Commercial - 60%
Lot 5 - Advanced Communication Skills
Lot number: 5
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.
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Lot value (estimated)
6000 GBP Excluding VAT
7200 GBP Including VAT
Sustainability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contract start date (estimated)
16 April 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
15 April 2029, 23:59PM
Simple description of award criteria
Technical - 40%
Commercial - 60%
Lot 6 - Medical Ethics and Law
Lot number: 6
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.
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Lot value (estimated)
6000 GBP Excluding VAT
7200 GBP Including VAT
Sustainability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contract start date (estimated)
16 April 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
15 April 2029, 23:59PM
Simple description of award criteria
Technical - 40%
Commercial - 60%
Lot 7 - Making a Business Case
Lot number: 7
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.
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Lot value (estimated)
6000 GBP Excluding VAT
7200 GBP Including VAT
Sustainability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contract start date (estimated)
16 April 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
15 April 2029, 23:59PM
Simple description of award criteria
Technical - 40%
Commercial - 60%
Lot 8 - Wellbeing and Self Compassion
Lot number: 8
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.
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Lot value (estimated)
6000 GBP Excluding VAT
7200 GBP Including VAT
Sustainability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contract start date (estimated)
16 April 2026, 00:00AM
Contract end date (estimated)
15 April 2029, 23:59PM
Simple description of award criteria
Technical - 40%
Commercial - 60%