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Developing Adaptable Pharmacy Professionals through Training and Education

NHS England

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: NHS England

Buyer Address: Wellington House, 133-135 Waterloo Rd, London, UKI45, SE1 8UG, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Workforce Commercial Team

Contact Email: england.workforcecommercialteam@nhs.net

Status
complete
Procedure
open
Value
49470000.0 GBP
Published
20 Feb 2026, 15:38
Deadline
n/a
Contract Start
31 Mar 2026, 23:00
Contract End
31 Mar 2029, 22:59
Category
n/a
CPV
80000000 - Education and training services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
University of Manchester
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

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Opportunity Context

Lots

Lot 1 Status: complete

Awards

Award Title: Developing Adaptable Pharmacy Professionals through Training and Education

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