Planning

Autism Peer Education (previously known as Autism Central)

NHS ENGLAND

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Planning

22 May 2025 at 11:29

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS England is planning a procurement process for the "Autism Peer Education" service, previously known as "Autism Central." The main objective is to support families and carers of autistic individuals across all ages. The procurement is categorised under special education services and is positioned within the services industry category with a focus on the light touch regime. The planned procurement notice was released on 22nd May 2025, with projected service commencement starting from 1st October 2025, lasting until 30th March 2028. This tender, identified under ID C315805, will take place primarily in London and involves a gross budget of £7,200,000 GBP. NHS England, as a central government public authority located at Wellington House, London, is overseeing this initiative.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in special education services, particularly those experienced in autism support and education. Companies that are micro, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate, given the procurement's suitability requirements. With a substantial budget and an anticipated requirement for professional expertise in peer education services, this contract is ideal for businesses aiming to expand their influence within the public sector and contribute to an impactful societal project. Businesses interested in enhancing their portfolio in the healthcare and education sectors would find this tender particularly beneficial for growth and development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Autism Peer Education (previously known as Autism Central)

Notice Description

Autism Peer Education service for the families and carers of autistic and suspected autistic people of all ages.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051d5f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024726-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80340000 - Special education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
22 May 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Natalie Rush
Contact Email
natalie.rush@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

Notice Documents

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