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HCT - Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessment

HERTFORDSHIRE COMMUNITY NHS TRUST

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09 May 2025 at 08:42

Award

09 May 2025 at 08:30

Tender

20 Feb 2025 at 15:31

Summary of the contracting process

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust (HCT) has successfully completed a competitive open procedure tender titled "HCT - Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessment" under legal basis CELEX:32014L0024, focused on hospital and related services. The procurement aimed to address the backlog of children awaiting autism diagnostic assessments and support the implementation of a revised diagnostic pathway. The contract was awarded to The Owl Centre Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Pembrokeshire, and is set to commence in September 2025 for an initial one-year term with options for two additional one-year extensions. The procurement covered the UKH region, with essential deadlines including a bid submission process that concluded on 20 March 2025. Key requirements specified robust contract management and a multidisciplinary team inclusive of Consultant Paediatricians, emphasising a blended approach to assessments.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those with established expertise in paediatric assessments and CQC registration. The contract allows health service providers to collaborate with a reputable NHS Trust, enhancing their portfolio and expanding into the region with a governmental client. Companies adept in managing blended consultation models, including both face-to-face and virtual settings, are well-positioned to benefit from this initiative, potentially leading to long-term partnerships and increased market presence in health support services for children and young people with ASD.

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Notice Title

HCT - Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessment

Notice Description

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust (HCT) currently has a backlog of children awaiting an autism diagnostic assessment.<br/><br/>To address this, HCT is collaborating with the Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care Board to outsource assessments for some children and young people (CYP).<br/><br/>This initiative aims to reduce waiting times and support the implementation of a revised diagnostic pathway.<br/>The Trust is inviting proposals from suitably qualified providers to conduct assessments for CYPs aged five and above.<br/><br/>The selected provider must deliver a high-quality, cost-effective service that is responsive to clients' needs and help clear the backlog while also offering ongoing assessment services as needed.<br/>Key requirements include:<br/>* A multidisciplinary team that includes Consultant Paediatricians/Paediatricians.<br/>* Appropriate Care Quality Commission (CQC) registration.<br/>* A blended approach to assessments, with face-to-face and virtual consultations (face-to-face only for children aged five and six).<br/>* Robust contract management and effective collaboration with the Trust's key contacts.<br/><br/>The contract is expected to commence in early September 2025 for an initial one-year term, with the possibility of two one-year extensions (1+1).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust (HCT) currently has a backlog of children awaiting an autism diagnostic assessment.

To address this, HCT is collaborating with the Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care Board to outsource assessments for some children and young people (CYP).

This initiative aims to reduce waiting times and support the implementation of a revised diagnostic pathway.
The Trust is inviting proposals from suitably qualified providers to conduct assessments for CYPs aged five and above.

The selected provider must deliver a high-quality, cost-effective service that is responsive to clients' needs and help clear the backlog while also offering ongoing assessment services as needed.
Key requirements include:
* A multidisciplinary team that includes Consultant Paediatricians/Paediatricians.
* Appropriate Care Quality Commission (CQC) registration.
* A blended approach to assessments, with face-to-face and virtual consultations (face-to-face only for children aged five and six).
* Robust contract management and effective collaboration with the Trust's key contacts.

The contract is expected to commence in early September 2025 for an initial one-year term, with the possibility of two one-year extensions (1+1). Additional information: This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the New Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award.

Renewal: Optional Extension of +1 +1 Years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e548
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019938-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

85110000 - Hospital and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,260,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,260,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
10 Sep 2025 - 10 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HERTFORDSHIRE COMMUNITY NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Bailie Curtis
Contact Email
bailie.curtis@nhs.net
Contact Phone
+7 855963658

Buyer Location

Locality
WELWYN GARDEN CITY
Postcode
AL7 1BW
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLH East (England)

Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Peartree
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE OWL CENTRE

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