NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) has published a procurement opportunity for relational care training - hdda-itt-62670 (p0453) with an estimated value of £100,000. The submission deadline is 5 May 2026, giving eligible UK suppliers a limited window to prepare and submit bids through the official Find a Tender portal.

Published on 2026-04-09, this contract is open to suitably qualified suppliers across the United Kingdom. All businesses interested in bidding should review the full tender documentation and confirm they meet all eligibility requirements before the closing date.

Contract overview

Hywel Dda University Health Board are seeking to commission a single provider to deliver Relational Care Training programmes to all schools across Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire which will include: Up to three whole‑school staff training days, delivered face‑to‑face and onsite, aligned to school INSET (In‑Service Training) days. Each school will be required to attend one of these training days. The training days will be delivered in a conference‑style format at a venue provided by HDUHB. Each event will accommodate multiple schools and support shared learning, collaboration, and consistent programme messaging across the region. Individual staff training for key members of staff in each setting face to face onsite. The programme is a progressive, spaced learning approach grounded in research on schema development and adult learning, ensuring that knowledge is understood, retained, and translated into sustained cultural change across all settings. Ongoing support and supervision from the provider throughout implementation face to face onsite. Inclusion of PRUs, Colleges, and wider services, supporting alignment across all Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire education partners. The content of the programme will cover three key elements: Emotional Safety Trauma Processing Family Engagement

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) is the contracting authority. The estimated value is £100,000 and the deadline is 5 May 2026. Download the full specification from the official portal before preparing a bid.

Is your business eligible?

This contract is most relevant to training providers, educational organisations, e-learning companies. Suppliers typically need to demonstrate experience delivering similar contracts, appropriate financial standing, and hold Ofsted registration, relevant accreditations.

Under the Procurement Act 2023, NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) must actively consider SME participation. Check whether this contract has been structured into lots.

• Proven track record in education & training contracts of comparable scope
• Financial standing appropriate for a £100,000 contract
• Relevant certifications: Ofsted registration, relevant accreditations
• Capacity to mobilise within NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)’s required timeframe
• Ability to meet the 5 May 2026 submission deadline

How to submit a bid

• Step 1 — Access the notice: Visit Find a Tender at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032592-2026
• Step 2 — Register free: Create or log in to your supplier account
• Step 3 — Download documents: Read the full ITT before preparing your response
• Step 4 — Raise clarifications: Submit questions early — Q&A typically closes 1–2 weeks before the deadline
• Step 5 — Submit before 5 May 2026: Late submissions are not accepted

What the buyer will evaluate

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) will assess all compliant bids against published criteria. Buyers typically apply a 60% quality and 40% price weighting. Under the Procurement Act 2023, social value is a mandatory evaluation criterion.

Writing a winning bid

• Lead with an executive summary addressing NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)’s objectives directly
• Provide two or more case studies with measurable outcomes from comparable contracts
• Include specific, costed social value commitments
• Price to win but ensure your margin covers full delivery
• Submit at least 24 hours before 5 May 2026

Frequently asked questions

Can SMEs bid for this contract?

Yes. The Procurement Act 2023 requires NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) to consider SME suitability and remove unnecessary barriers.

Is registration on the portal free?

Yes. Registering as a supplier on Find a Tender is completely free.

What happens if I miss the 5 May 2026 deadline?

Late submissions are not accepted. The deadline is absolute. Submit at least 24 hours early.

Where are the full tender documents?

All documents are on the official Find a Tender listing at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032592-2026.

This article is for informational purposes only. Always verify all details on the official procurement portal before submitting a bid. Kael Tripton is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) or the UK government.