Published date: 9 March 2023

Closed opportunity - This means that the contract is currently closed. The buying department may be considering suppliers that have already applied, or no suitable offers were made.


Closing: 28 April 2023, 12pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Education and training services - 80000000

Location of contract

LS1 4PL

Value of contract

£1,731,500

Procurement reference

CF-1404400D0O000000rwimUAA

Published date

9 March 2023

Closing date

28 April 2023

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

12 July 2023

Contract end date

31 March 2024

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure (above threshold)

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

No

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

No

Description

HEE's GPA Competency Framework sets out the standards required for GPAs working in practice or across Primary Care Networks (PCN's). The core competencies cover clinical and non-clinical elements spanning across 5 domains: Care, Clinical, Managing Health Records, Communication and Admin.

The Framework provides an opportunity for GPAs working in GP practices or across PCN's, to develop and evidence the competencies applicable to their role, i.e. the knowledge, skills and behaviours relevant to the GP practice or PCN. Whilst completing the GPA programme GPAs are supported with on-the-job training led by a GP mentor alongside senior healthcare clinicians and practice management, as appropriate.

Whilst accreditation is not a mandatory requirement to practice as a GPA, it can help to increase the individual's confidence, will support future progression, validate their learning, and demonstrate their commitment to achieving optimal standards of practice and improving patient outcomes.

GPAs wishing to receive accreditation must develop a comprehensive, evidence-based portfolio supported by research, practical application, and reflection. Upon successful completion and verification, the GPA will be awarded with a 'GPA Skills Certificate' equating to 10 credits at Level 4.

Dependent on local need, there may be learners who undertake only the three non-clinical elements only. This would still require completion of an evidence-based portfolio. Upon completion and verification, GPAs would be awarded with a 'Certificate of Attendance' or similar, with an option to complete the clinical domains within two years.

All communication shall be via the Portal correspondence facility

https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

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About the buyer

Contact name

Anthony Oba

Address

Blenheim House , Duncombe Street
Leeds
LS1 4PL
United Kingdom

Email

anthony.oba@hee.nhs.uk