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C002143 - Delivery of training in Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale - 2nd edition (ADOS-2) for NHS staff from a range of disciplines working in Scottish services across the lifespan.

NHS EDUCATION FOR SCOTLAND

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26 Feb 2026 at 16:47

Tender

26 Nov 2025 at 15:09

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Education for Scotland is conducting a procurement process for the delivery of training in the Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale – 2nd edition (ADOS-2) to NHS staff across various disciplines within Scottish services. The procurement focuses on education and training services and is situated in Edinburgh, UK. As the tender stage is active, submissions can be made electronically, with the deadline set for 12 January 2026 at 13:00 GMT. The contract is expected to start on 16 February 2026 and end on 31 March 2027, with possible extensions. Managed as an open procedure, it offers a transparent selection based on defined technical and commercial criteria.

This tender provides significant opportunities for growth to providers specialising in educational and clinical training services. Businesses equipped with expertise in delivering structured training and coaching sessions will find this tender particularly relevant. Given the emphasis on quality, providers with a strong background in autism-related training and evaluation will be well-suited to compete. The contract’s potential for renewal further enhances its attractiveness for businesses aiming to secure long-term engagements with NHS Education for Scotland.

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Notice Title

C002143 - Delivery of training in Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale - 2nd edition (ADOS-2) for NHS staff from a range of disciplines working in Scottish services across the lifespan.

Notice Description

NES seeks to appoint a Provider to deliver high quality and good value sustainable training and coaching in ADOS-2, to clinical reliability level. Specifically; i. 2 Day ADOS-2 Course ii. 4-5 Day ADOS-2 Course iii. Coaching Sessions iv. Evaluation of Impact Report

Lot Information

Lot 1

NES seeks to appoint a Provider to deliver high quality and good value sustainable training and coaching in ADOS-2, to clinical reliability level. Specifically; i. 2 Day ADOS-2 Course ii. 4-5 Day ADOS-2 Course iii. Coaching Sessions iv. Evaluation of Impact Report

Renewal: Contract will start February 2026 and expire 31st March 2027 with the option to extend by three further 12 month periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e972
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017579-2026
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS EDUCATION FOR SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH3 9DN
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

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