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Provision of Neurodiversity Support Midlands PSW

NHS ENGLAND

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15 May 2026 at 14:07

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15 May 2026 at 13:00

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06 May 2026 at 14:15

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England, situated in London, awarded a contract titled "Provision of Neurodiversity Support Midlands PSW," under the industry category of specialist training services. This procurement process, conducted through a direct award method citing urgency and legal framework provided by UKPGA 2023/54, aims to support resident doctors and dentists in training across the Midlands who experience difficulties in advancing their training. The contract, valued at £360,000 gross (£300,000 net), was signed on 15 May 2026 and will be active from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027. The procurement process is now in the award stage and has been completed, with Genius Within C.I.C. appointed as the supplier.

The direct award of this contract presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly those specialising in neurodiversity support and specialist training services. Companies with expertise in providing tailored support and training interventions to healthcare professionals would find this contract aligned with their capabilities. The strategic positioning in the Midlands also opens potential avenues for businesses aiming to expand their services in the public healthcare sector. This opportunity underlines the value of offering innovative solutions to meet the urgent needs of public health organisations, offering the potential for meaningful engagement and service provision in a high-demand area.

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Notice Title

Provision of Neurodiversity Support Midlands PSW

Notice Description

Provision of specialist neurodiversity support for resident doctors and dentists in training across the Midlands who are struggling to progress in training. Due to delays arising from administrative and operational circumstances, NHS England awarded this contract to Genius Within C.I.C commencing 1 April 2026 -31 March 2027.

Procurement Information

As per Para 13, Schedule 5 PA 2023

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06927c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044990-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80510000 - Specialist training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
14 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GENIUS WITHIN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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