Award

Independent Disability and Sensory Impairment Equipment Support and Advice Service

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

27 Jan 2026 at 14:16

Award

12 Jan 2026 at 17:00

Tender

28 Oct 2025 at 10:00

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has concluded the procurement process for the "Independent Disability and Sensory Impairment Equipment Support and Advice Service". The contract was awarded on 27 January 2026, following an open procedure, and has been signed with Equality Together. This service falls under the health and social work services category and covers the Bradford district, identified as region UKE41 in the United Kingdom. The procurement process was completed following the UK legal basis 2023/54 and involved the provision of equipment support and advice to individuals aged 16 and over. The award status is complete, with the contract start and end dates spanning from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029, with potential renewal for up to 12 additional months depending on satisfactory performance.

This tender presents significant opportunities for organisations specialising in health and social work services, particularly those that can offer strength-based support and independent assessments for individuals with sensory impairments. Businesses that excel in community engagement, demonstration of equipment, and offering flexible roadshow formats are well-suited to compete in this market. Moreover, the project promotes social value, contributing to positive community outcomes, which can enhance the reputation and influence of participating companies. The contract's substantial value, with a gross amount of £326,400, offers potential for business growth and a stable revenue stream for successful bidders.

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Notice Title

Independent Disability and Sensory Impairment Equipment Support and Advice Service

Notice Description

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council invites providers to tender to deliver independent assessments and advice on equipment for independent living and sensory needs equipment to eligible individuals aged 16+We are looking for organisations that can * Provide impartial advice and information about available equipment * Promote choice and control for people through a demonstration area, with a range of equipment containing appropriate and cost-effective items * Encourage strength-based support by utilising personal, local, community and social networks and maximising those strengths to enable them to support people to achieve their desired outcomes, thereby meeting their needs and improving or maintaining their wellbeing * Provide a flexible approach by holding roadshows across the Bradford District to allow individuals to try small equipment before they purchase it at a location close to their home/they are comfortable in, rather than travelling to the equipment showroom * Be able to handle simple cases confidently, using an Occupational Therapy model and be able to judge when to refer complex cases for an OT assessment

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: Up to 12 months in one or more extension periods

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d4d9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007142-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£272,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£272,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£272,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£272,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Leonora Heyes
Contact Email
leonora.heyes@bradford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 07582100440

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLE41 Bradford

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EQUALITY TOGETHER

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