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POW-DAP2-62213-NEURODEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENTS

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)

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25 Feb 2026 at 11:58

Summary of the contracting process

This report details the procurement process undertaken by the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, for the provision of neurodevelopment assessments targeted at children and young people in Powys experiencing increasing referral demands due to ASD and ADHD. The title of the contract is "POW-DAP2-62213-NEURODEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENTS," and falls under the services procurement category, specifically psychiatrist or psychologist services. This procurement follows the Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025, specifically utilising a limited procurement method without prior publication of a call for competition. As of 25 February 2026, the process is at the award stage, with an intention to award notice published, marking the start of the standstill period, with representations due by 6 March 2026. The location for delivery is within the UK, specifically Powys, to address regional neurodevelopment assessment needs.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in psychological and psychiatric services, particularly those with experience in multidisciplinary, bilingual approaches to health assessments. WADE Therapy Services Ltd, identified as the successful supplier, exemplifies a business adept at delivering high-quality neurodevelopment evaluations that adhere to national standards and objectives of timely, child-centred assessments. The contract valued at GBP 95,400 signals substantial growth prospects for similar small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) ready to tackle health service demands amidst increasing referral backlogs. Collaborations that emphasise quality, value, service sustainability, and improving health equality access are paramount, offering potential for enhanced service delivery and community impact. Businesses focusing on social responsibility and innovative solutions for health assessments are particularly well-suited to compete in such procurement opportunities.

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Notice Title

POW-DAP2-62213-NEURODEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENTS

Notice Description

The PTHB children and young peoples (CYP) ND service has experienced an increase in referral demand for diagnostic assessment of ASD and ADHD since its inception in 2018, compounded by the COVID pandemic. The service is required to satisfy a Welsh Government (WG) ND diagnostic assessment 26-week referral to assessment (RTA) waiting time target, but Powys has insufficient workforce capacity to meet current demand. To address the RTA waiting list in part, externally delivered multi-disciplinary, bilingual assessments are being procured.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Neurodevelopmental (ND) service in Powys provides an assessment and diagnosis service for children and young people with a potential neurodevelopmental disorder. The process within Powys has been considered in line with DSM-V, The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidance and in adherence with Guidance on the Delivery of ND Services in Wales (Standards) (2018). It is informed by The Autism Code of Practice (2021). The ND service objective is to provide a timely, high-quality child-centred neurodevelopmental assessment using a multi-disciplinary MDT approach to facilitate sound decision making in supporting diagnosis for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This process will be in line with national standards and measured accordingly. There is a single point of referral (including self-referral) to the neurodevelopment service. The service is hosted by PTHB but incorporates partnership working with PCC, the third sector and other relevant stakeholders. The PTHB children and young peoples (CYP) ND service has experienced an increase in referral demand for diagnostic assessment of ASD and ADHD since its inception in 2018, compounded by the COVID pandemic. The service is required to satisfy a Welsh Government (WG) ND diagnostic assessment 26 week referral to assessment (RTA) waiting time target but Powys has insufficient workforce capacity to meet current demand. To address the RTA waiting list in part, externally delivered multi-disciplinary, bilingual assessments are being procured.

Procurement Information

Powys Teaching Health Board are utilising Direct Award Option 2 under the Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065bdc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016824-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85121270 - Psychiatrist or psychologist services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£95,400 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF15 7QZ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL24 Powys

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WADE THERAPY SERVICES

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