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title: "Autism Assessment and Diagnostic Framework Agreement"
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# Autism Assessment and Diagnostic Framework Agreement

Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5319d8e9-5325-455d-a434-7fa36830cfb1

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## Summary

Norfolk County Council is seeking suppliers for the "Autism Assessment and Diagnostic Framework Agreement", aimed at establishing a multi-supplier framework for Autism Assessment and Diagnosis Services. This procurement falls under the health and social work services industry and will span an initial period of five years, commencing from 19th October 2021, with the option to extend for a further five years. Interested parties should apply before the tender deadline, which is set for 30th September 2021. The contract will be awarded through an open procurement method, suitable for both SMEs and voluntary and community sector enterprises.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those with expertise in autism assessment and diagnosis. With the possibility of long-term engagement over a ten-year period, businesses that can demonstrate quality, experience, and innovation in providing social work services will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, organisations that are registered on Norfolk County Council's tendering portal will have access to detailed application documents and clarifications to aid their submissions.

## Notice

Norfolk County Council wishes to establish a multi supplier framework agreement for the provision of Autism Assessment and Diagnosis Services. The framework will be for 5 years from October 2021, with the option to extend for up to a further 5 years; subject to agreement of Norfolk County Council with the service providers. Full details of the requirement can be found in the Service Specification, which forms a Schedule to the Terms and Conditions. Additional information: To apply for this Framework Agreement, you must be registered on in-tend, Norfolk County Council's tendering portal at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/Home Once registered you will have access to all documents and can view clarifications. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10f92af4-fa98-446a-964a-6e82ca3b4bc5 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Oct 2021 - 16 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORFOLK |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR1 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Lakenham |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
- 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

## Release History

- 24 Aug 2021 at 13:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10f92af4-fa98-446a-964a-6e82ca3b4bc5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10f92af4-fa98-446a-964a-6e82ca3b4bc5
  24th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.norfolk.gov.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/Home

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