Scope
Reference
C392673
Description
NHSE, Choices College is looking for a provider which can equip our student with technology supporting people with learning disabilities and autism to navigate daily challenges in workplace, interact with the space around them, and flow through tasks with confidence.
Contract 1. Choices College - Assistive technology to support students in placements 25/26
Supplier
Contract value
- £194,000 excluding VAT
- £232,800 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Earliest date the contract will be signed
23 October 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 24 October 2025 to 31 July 2026
- 9 months, 8 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72261000 - Software support services
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Direct award justification
Switching to direct award
The STA route is proposed due to the absence of bids under the TePAS 2 framework, ensuring continuity and value for money within the constraints of the funding model.
Supplier
Assistiv CIC
- Companies House: 11150364
Suite 302 Fearnley Mill Dean Clough, Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX3 5AX
United Kingdom
Email: nigel@assistiv.org.uk
Region: UKE44 - Calderdale and Kirklees
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. Choices College - Assistive technology to support students in placements 25/26
Contracting authority
NHS England
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDPT-3135-BWWY
Wellington House, 133-135 Waterloo Rd
London
SE1 8UG
United Kingdom
Contact name: Commercial Enquiries
Email: england.commercialqueries@nhs.net
Website: https://www.england.nhs.uk/
Region: UKI45 - Lambeth
Organisation type: Public authority - central government