Tender

Provision of Non Medical Support Services

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

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Tender

09 Mar 2026 at 13:33

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sunderland is seeking bids for the provision of Non-Medical Support Services aimed at assisting students in overcoming academic barriers and fostering equal opportunities. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions ending on 10th April 2026. The contract, valued at £145,000 GBP, covers the delivery of services in Sunderland, UKC23 region, United Kingdom, within the industry categories of interpretation services, tutorial services, and social work and related services. This open competition is governed under the legal framework UKPGA 2023/54, with an emphasis on both quality and price criteria in the evaluation process.

Businesses specialising in interpretation, tutorial, or social work services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), will find growth opportunities with this tender, as the University seeks service providers who can effectively enhance student support. The contract allows for a renewal in annual increments over two years, promising a potentially extended engagement. This procurement offers an excellent chance for organisations focused on community and educational services to establish or reinforce their presence within academic institutions and broaden their client base. The services will be crucial in supporting the academic life of university students, thus creating a meaningful impact through quality service delivery.

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Notice Title

Provision of Non Medical Support Services

Notice Description

The appointed provider will deliver Non-Medical Support Services to students who require additional assistance to fully participate in their academic studies and university life. These services are intended to remove barriers to learning and promote equality of opportunity. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Sunderland:-Interpretation-services./K4U82H8JP5 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/K4U82H8JP5

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06655f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020898-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

79540000 - Interpretation services

80590000 - Tutorial services

85000000 - Health and social work services

85300000 - Social work and related services

85310000 - Social work services

85321000 - Administrative social services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£145,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£145,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3SD
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC23 Sunderland

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

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