Award

2324-12-SLS-JB DISABLED STUDENT SUPPORT WORKER SERVICES

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Aug 2024 at 16:27

Award Notice
Tender

13 Mar 2024 at 11:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield Hallam University, based in Sheffield, England, has recently completed the procurement process for the provision of Disabled Student Support Worker Services under the contract ID 2324-12-SLS-JB. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Special education services" (CPV code 80340000) and is designated for delivery within the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 3rd April 2024 and the contract period spanning from 1st September 2024 to 31st August 2030. The awarded value of the contract is GBP 1,149,000. The preferred supplier selected for this contract is CLEAR LINKS SUPPORT LTD.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in providing support services to disabled students, particularly SMEs and VCSEs. By offering a high-quality, fully managed service to one of the UK's prominent universities, businesses can enhance their portfolio and establish a long-term relationship with a reputable institution. The procurement aims to remove barriers to learning and ensure timely, accurate, and confidential support, which aligns well with companies experienced in special education and disability support services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2324-12-SLS-JB DISABLED STUDENT SUPPORT WORKER SERVICES

Notice Description

The University is required under the Equality Act to provide reasonable adjustments to support disabled students in reaching their potential. The Disabled Student Support Team comprises of an advisory, assistive technology and administration team. It is part of the Student Support Services team based within the Student and Academic Support directorate. Working as part of a wider network, we offer timely, accurate, and confidential information, along with advice, guidance, and resources to remove barriers to learning. We are seeking to establish an agreement with a suitable preferred supplier who can provide a high-quality, fully managed service for Disabled Student Support Workers for students studying at Sheffield Hallam University for the academic year 2024-25 onwards.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8b830fdf-72c6-47e6-ba2f-4b1af71b3dde
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62430f76-f5da-4f6e-9256-62843b0aacde
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80340000 - Special education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,166,666 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,149,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
strategicprocurement@shu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01142253431

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 1WB
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLEAR LINKS SUPPORT

Further Information

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