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C002143 - Delivery of training in Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale - 2nd edition (ADOS-2) for NHS staff from a range of disciplines working in Scottish services across the lifespan.

NHS EDUCATION FOR SCOTLAND

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Award

26 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Tender

26 Nov 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the delivery of training in the Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale (ADOS-2) is conducted by NHS Education for Scotland, located in Edinburgh. This contract targets the health sector, with services delivered across the UK region. The tender is currently in the Award stage, following the initial tender phase which concluded with submissions due by 12th January 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 16th February 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2027, with potential extensions for up to three additional years. NHS Education for Scotland seeks high-quality, sustainable training and coaching services, including two-day and four-to-five-day courses, alongside coaching sessions and impact evaluation reports, using an open procurement method.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in delivering specialised training in the health sector, particularly those skilled in autism diagnostics. Suitable candidates would offer robust technical expertise, as the bid evaluation uses a weighted criteria that prioritizes quality (70%) over cost (30%). Companies with experience in educational training for healthcare professionals or in autism diagnostic tools are particularly well-suited to compete, especially considering the prospect of extended service delivery beyond the initial contract period. Engaging in this procurement could enhance business credibility and open pathways for future collaborations within the public sector healthcare training framework.

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Notice Title

C002143 - Delivery of training in Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale - 2nd edition (ADOS-2) for NHS staff from a range of disciplines working in Scottish services across the lifespan.

Notice Description

NES seeks to appoint a Provider to deliver high quality and good value sustainable training and coaching in ADOS-2, to clinical reliability level. Specifically; i. 2 Day ADOS-2 Course ii. 4-5 Day ADOS-2 Course iii. Coaching Sessions iv. Evaluation of Impact Report

Lot Information

Lot 1

NES seeks to appoint a Provider to deliver high quality and good value sustainable training and coaching in ADOS-2, to clinical reliability level. Specifically; i. 2 Day ADOS-2 Course ii. 4-5 Day ADOS-2 Course iii. Coaching Sessions iv. Evaluation of Impact Report

Renewal: Contract will start February 2026 and expire 31st March 2027 with the option to extend by three further 12 month periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000816696
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550527
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS EDUCATION FOR SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH3 9DN
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV544342
    C002143 - Delivery of training in Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale - 2nd edition (ADOS-2) for NHS staff from a range of disciplines working in Scottish services across the lifespan. - NES seeks to appoint a Provider to deliver high quality and good value sustainable training and coaching in ADOS-2, to clinical reliability level. Specifically; i. 2 Day ADOS-2 Course ii. 4-5 Day ADOS-2 Course iii. Coaching Sessions iv. Evaluation of Impact Report
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550527
    C002143 - Delivery of training in Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale - 2nd edition (ADOS-2) for NHS staff from a range of disciplines working in Scottish services across the lifespan. - NES seeks to appoint a Provider to deliver high quality and good value sustainable training and coaching in ADOS-2, to clinical reliability level. Specifically; i. 2 Day ADOS-2 Course ii. 4-5 Day ADOS-2 Course iii. Coaching Sessions iv. Evaluation of Impact Report

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