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title: "SpLD Assessment Service"
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# SpLD Assessment Service

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3b70b57d-2144-4212-99cc-0a1d2448e1f1

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## Summary

The University of Sunderland is seeking to procure professional services for a Specific Learning Difference (SpLD) Assessment Service to enhance their students' academic experience. They are looking for high-quality diagnostic assessments to identify conditions such as dyslexia and dyspraxia. This procurement, classified under special education services (CPV 80340000), is taking place in the North East of the United Kingdom. The tender process is currently active, with an open procedure method, and the tender period will end on 28 March 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract will commence on 1 May 2025 and conclude on 30 April 2026, with an estimated value of GBP 308,000.

This tender offers a significant growth opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), that specialise in educational assessments or have expertise in supporting students with learning differences. The contract requires delivering precise and timely assessments, making it ideal for firms that can demonstrate effectiveness in special education services. Participating in this tender could position a business as a key provider within the higher education sector, contributing to enhanced student support services.

## Notice

The University seeks to procure professional services to provide high-quality diagnostic assessments for students with Specific Learning Difference (SpLD), such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, and related conditions. The service will ensure timely, accurate identification of SpLDs and support students in accessing appropriate adjustments and resources to enhance their academic experience.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daf45e5e-f605-44ed-ac36-ea80fa381583 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £308,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80340000 - Special education services

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2025 at 11:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daf45e5e-f605-44ed-ac36-ea80fa381583

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daf45e5e-f605-44ed-ac36-ea80fa381583
  21st February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Sunderland:-Special-education-services./2722VADWHJ
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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