Tender

Provision of Non - Medical Help Services

UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION

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Tender

28 Apr 2026 at 12:01

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Portsmouth Higher Education Corporation is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for the Provision of Non-Medical Help Services. Aimed at enhancing support for students with disabilities or learning differences, this initiative aligns with sector trends and statutory obligations under the Equality Act 2010. The procurement, classified under Adult-Education Services at University Level, takes place in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, with submissions closing on 26th May 2026 and enquiries ending on 14th May 2026. The open competition method invites registrants on the University's In-Tend webpage to express interest and access submission documentation. The contract period spans from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2029, with a potential 12-month extension.

This tender offers a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in educational support services, particularly those registered with the Department for Education's non-medical help register. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in delivering support across various bands of non-medical help provision could find this a fitting opportunity to expand their portfolio. The University is looking for providers who can showcase technical proficiency, presentation skills, and competitive pricing—elements central to the tender's award criteria. Successful engagement in this project would enable businesses to contribute meaningfully to increasing inclusion and support for students with diverse needs, thereby fostering social impact alongside business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Non - Medical Help Services

Notice Description

In the 2024/25 academic year, more than 5,700 students at the University of Portsmouth reported a disability, health condition, learning difference or identified as neurodivergent. In line with wider sector trends, this number has increased significantly over the past five years. The University is committed to ensuring that these students have timely, reliable access to appropriate support, regardless of whether they are eligible for the Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA).Demand for non-medical help provision has grown in line with the disabled student population. To meet this demand, the university is seeking a Department for Education registered provider with the capacity, expertise and flexibility to deliver all four bands of non-medical help provision as defined in national DSA guidance . This contract will enable the University to maintain high standards of support, fulfil its statutory responsibilities under the Equality Act 2010, and ensure that all students receive the assistance necessary to participate effectively in their studies.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extension can be used for continuation of services and if required can be a period or periods not exceeding 12 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068cb4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038547-2026
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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80300000 - Higher education services

80430000 - Adult-education services at university level

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£624,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£624,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
26 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2UP
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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