Diabetes Training

The NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board has concluded a procurement process for the delivery of a Type 2 Diabetes Structured Education Service, which targets the health services sector. The initiative includes both remote and in-person training sessions, and it took place in the UKD4 region. This procurement reached the award stage with a formal contract awarded on 4th December 2025.

The service counts on a contract duration from 26th July 2025 to 31st March 2027, valued at £200,214. The procurement was executed under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023, specifically following the direct award process C, bypassing traditional public contract regulations and competition calls. This tender presents growth opportunities, particularly for businesses operating within the healthcare education services sector.

Firms with expertise in delivering structured education services, especially those specialising in diabetes care, are ideally positioned to compete for similar opportunities in the future. As this contract was aimed at an existing successful provider, businesses seeking to enter this market should focus on showcasing high standards in quality, innovation, integration, and service sustainability. The ability to contribute towards improving access, reducing health inequalities, and enhancing social value through healthcare education can significantly strengthen a bid for similar contracts.