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Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) has established a Non-Commital Framework Agreement for the provision of optometry education and training services across Wales. The Framework will support the delivery of high-quality, flexible postgraduate education programmes at Levels 7 and 8, including modules, Postgraduate Certificates (PGCert), Diplomas (PGDip), and Masters (MSc) qualifications.The Framework Agreement will run for four years (01 January 2026 – 31 December 2029) with an option to extend for up to a further four years (in two 24-month increments). No guaranteed level of spend or volume of work is committed to any supplier. The total potential framework value across all suppliers and all lots is £1,640,000 (ex VAT) over 8 years.
| Supplier | Identifier | Award Value | Lots Won | Cross-References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiff University | Charity Commission: 1136855 Companies House: RC000089 | ~£0 estimated from lot values | 3 lots Lot 1a. Level 7/8 courses with a hybrid course delivery · Lot 1b. Level 7/8 courses with a fully remote course delivery. · Lot 1d. Level 7/8 courses where a placement can or is be provided by the supplier. | - |
| Glasgow Caledonian University | OSCR: SC021474 | ~£0 estimated from lot values | 1 lot Lot 1a. Level 7/8 courses with a hybrid course delivery | - |
| University of Plymouth | Procurement ID: PQHL-4825-PGGL | ~£0 estimated from lot values | 2 lots Lot 1a. Level 7/8 courses with a hybrid course delivery · Lot 1b. Level 7/8 courses with a fully remote course delivery. | - |
This procurement was divided into 4 lots, each awarded separately. 7 bids were received in total.
| Lot | Value | Bids Received | Awarded To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 1A Lot 1a. Level 7/8 courses with a hybrid course delivery Jan 2026 – Dec 2029 | £360,000 £0 initial term | 4 | Cardiff University Glasgow Caledonian University University of Plymouth | active |
| Lot 1B Lot 1b. Level 7/8 courses with a fully remote course delivery. Jan 2026 – Dec 2029 | £360,000 £0 initial term | 2 | Cardiff University University of Plymouth | active |
| Lot 1C Lot 1c. Level 7/8 courses that commence not in line with the academic year. Jan 2026 – Dec 2029 | £360,000 | - | - | active |
| Lot 1D Lot 1d. Level 7/8 courses where a placement can or is be provided by the supplier. Jan 2026 – Dec 2029 | £360,000 £0 initial term | 1 single bid — no competition | Cardiff University | active |
Weightings from the notice, applied to every lot.