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PURCH2741 Provision of a Framework for the Provision of Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) Needs Assessments

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

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Award

12 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Tender

01 Oct 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has completed the procurement for the provision of Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) Needs Assessments through a competitive procedure with negotiation. The contract, valued at £110,000, was awarded to Access2learn. The framework agreement seeks to enhance the support provided to disabled students funded by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) across the education industry category. The procurement was centred in Glasgow, with a legal framework supported by Regulation 30 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 and CELEX 32014L0024. The procurement process included electronic submission of proposals, ensuring efficient and transparent evaluation while aligning with the University’s disability equality goals.

This contract presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those offering consultancy in disability support and adaptive technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could leverage the framework to expand their services in the public sector by responding to the demand for comprehensive needs assessments for disabled students. Firms committed to employing community benefits—such as upskilling the workforce and promoting equality and diversity—will find that their aligned values with the University of Glasgow enhance their competitive edge. The initiative encourages partnerships with SMEs and third-sector organisations, fostering growth through subcontracting opportunities and supply chain development.

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Notice Title

PURCH2741 Provision of a Framework for the Provision of Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) Needs Assessments

Notice Description

PURCH2741 Provision of a Framework for the Provision of Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) Needs Assessments

Lot Information

Lot 1

PURCH2741 Provision of a Framework for the Provision of Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) Needs Assessments

Renewal: Fixed Term Period of 2 years with an extension period of 2 x 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000811703
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551604
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

80300000 - Higher education services

80400000 - Adult and other education services

98200000 - Equal opportunities consultancy services

98300000 - Miscellaneous services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACCESS2LEARN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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