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Generic SAS Courses

Health Education and Improvement Wales

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Health Education and Improvement Wales

Buyer Address: Tŷ Dysgu, Cefn Coed, Nantgarw, UKL15, CF15 7QQ, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Vijay Buddharaju

Contact Email: Vijay.Buddharaju2@wales.nhs.uk

Buyer Name: NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)

Buyer Address: 4-5 Charnwood Court, Cardiff, UKL15, CF15 7QZ, United Kingdom

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
48000.0 GBP
Gross: 57600 GBP
Published
27 Jan 2026, 08:55
Deadline
17 Feb 2026, 12:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
80000000 - Education and training services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

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.

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006885-2026

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot Title: Lot 1 - Conflict resolution

Lot 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 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Value: GBP 6,000

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 7,200

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-04-16T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 1 Contract End: 2029-04-15T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot Title: Lot 2 - AI in Medicine

Lot 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 2 Status: active

Lot 2 Value: GBP 6,000

Lot 2 Value (Gross): GBP 7,200

Lot 2 Contract Start: 2026-04-16T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 2 Contract End: 2029-04-15T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 2 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot Title: Lot 3 - Being an active Bystander

Lot 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 3 Status: active

Lot 3 Value: GBP 6,000

Lot 3 Value (Gross): GBP 7,200

Lot 3 Contract Start: 2026-04-16T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 3 Contract End: 2029-04-15T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 3 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot Title: Lot 4 - Leadership and Management

Lot 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 4 Status: active

Lot 4 Value: GBP 6,000

Lot 4 Value (Gross): GBP 7,200

Lot 4 Contract Start: 2026-04-16T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 4 Contract End: 2029-04-15T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 4 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot Title: Lot 5 - Advanced Communication Skills

Lot 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 5 Status: active

Lot 5 Value: GBP 6,000

Lot 5 Value (Gross): GBP 7,200

Lot 5 Contract Start: 2026-04-16T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 5 Contract End: 2029-04-15T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 5 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot Title: Lot 6 - Medical Ethics and Law

Lot 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 6 Status: active

Lot 6 Value: GBP 6,000

Lot 6 Value (Gross): GBP 7,200

Lot 6 Contract Start: 2026-04-16T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 6 Contract End: 2029-04-15T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 6 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot Title: Lot 7 - Making a Business Case

Lot 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 7 Status: active

Lot 7 Value: GBP 6,000

Lot 7 Value (Gross): GBP 7,200

Lot 7 Contract Start: 2026-04-16T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 7 Contract End: 2029-04-15T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 7 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot Title: Lot 8 - Wellbeing and Self Compassion

Lot 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 8 Status: active

Lot 8 Value: GBP 6,000

Lot 8 Value (Gross): GBP 7,200

Lot 8 Contract Start: 2026-04-16T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 8 Contract End: 2029-04-15T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 8 SME Suitable: Yes

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