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AD HOC ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADHD) ASSESSMENTS AND/OR AUTISM SPECTRUM DIAGNOSTIC (ASD) ASSESSMENTS FOR ADULTS

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

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18 Sep 2025 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has initiated a tender process to appoint suitable providers for conducting Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessments for adults. The contract is intended to address increasing demand and reduce waiting lists in the Hywel Dda University Health Board (HDUHB) area. Located in Cardiff, this procurement is part of the health industry category, following an open procurement method, with services needed across the UK region specified as UKL14. The procurement is at the tender stage, with a deadline for electronic submissions set for 15th October 2025 at noon. The contract will initially cover a period of three years, with an option to extend for a further two years.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in healthcare services, particularly those with capabilities in neurodevelopmental assessments. Providers with experience in adhering to NICE guidelines and standards for ADHD and ASD are especially well-suited to compete, as the tender stresses the importance of using multidisciplinary approaches and validated diagnostic tools. The project allows room for growth, given its zero-commitment contract nature, allowing service volumes to be adjusted as funding allows. With a substantial emphasis on quality and cost-effectiveness, businesses that excel in delivering comprehensive diagnostics and assessments stand to benefit from engaging with this public health service opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AD HOC ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADHD) ASSESSMENTS AND/OR AUTISM SPECTRUM DIAGNOSTIC (ASD) ASSESSMENTS FOR ADULTS

Notice Description

Due to exponential demand on both services, HDUHB seeks to appoint a suitable provider to support an ad hoc service for both the Adult ADHD service with ADHD Diagnostic Assessments and the Integrated Autism Service with ASD Assessments for Adults to reduce the HDUHB waiting list. HDUHB intends to a suitable Provider(s) for Adults over an initial three (3) year period with an option to extend for a further two (2) years. This is a zero-commitment contract, with volumes and service agreed between the HDUHB adults Neurodevelopmental service and Provider as funding allows

Lot Information

Lot 1

Due to exponential demand on both services, HDUHB seeks to appoint a suitable provider to support an ad hoc service for both the Adult ADHD service with ADHD Diagnostic Assessments and the Integrated Autism Service with ASD Assessments for Adults to reduce the HDUHB waiting list. HDUHB intends to a suitable Provider(s) for Adults over an initial three (3) year period with an option to extend for a further two (2) years. This is a zero-commitment contract, with volumes and service agreed between the HDUHB adults Neurodevelopmental service and Provider as funding allows ADHD Assessments Provision of ADHD assessments require a specialist service with specific standards to be met in accordance with NICE Guidelines and The Adult ADHD Assessment Quality Assurance Standards (AQAS) and include: Multi-disciplinary team Approach Full developmental and psychiatric history Observer reports and assessment of the young person's mental state Assessment of the young person's needs, coexisting conditions, social, familial and educational or occupational circumstances and physical health. Clinical interview with informant (if available) Clinical Interview with individual Observation Assessment Use of a valid diagnostic tool such as DIVA-5 or ACE Plus Evidence of pervasive impact on daily functioning in social, educational, or occupational settings Diagnostic Threshold as set out in DSM5 or ICD-11 ASD Assessments Provision of Autism Spectrum Diagnosis (ASD) assessments are a specialist service with specific standards to be met in accordance with NICE Guidelines, these include: Multi-disciplinary team Approach Childhood development history Clinical interview with informant Clinical Interview with individual Observation Assessment Use of a valid diagnostic tool as specified in current NICE guidance Diagnostic Threshold as set out in DSM5 or ICD-11

Renewal: Option to extend for a further 24 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-151819
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=151819
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Gethin Barlow
Contact Email
gethin.barlow@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2921501500

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
TLL14 South West Wales
Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP545150
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