The Provision of Non Medical Support Services

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

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Award

16 Jun 2026 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sunderland, located in Sunderland, UK, has completed a procurement process for the provision of Non-Medical Support Services designed to assist students in overcoming barriers to learning and promoting equality in their academic environment. This tender, awarded on 16th June 2026, focuses on services such as interpretation, tutorial, and social work services under various classification codes, including CPV codes 79540000 and 80590000. The procurement process followed a 'below threshold' method and resulted in the award to Clear Links Ltd. The contract period is set to commence on 1st July 2026 and spans one year with an option for renewal in annual increments up to a maximum of June 2029.

This opportunity presents significant business growth potential for organisations operating within the specialised support services industry. Companies capable of delivering high-quality educational and personal support services in the social and health sectors are particularly well-suited to compete successfully in similar tenders. The contract, valued at £145,000, highlights the demand for large-scale providers like Clear Links Ltd, who can offer comprehensive support services that fulfil the academic and personal development requirements of university students across the UK. As universities continue to seek partners that can bring innovation and quality to their support services, businesses with a strong track record in these areas stand to benefit considerably.

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Notice Title

The 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b61b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056719-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLEAR LINKS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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