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title: "2897/LM - Autism Spectrum Support Services provider for Students"
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# 2897/LM - Autism Spectrum Support Services provider for Students

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c506bc9e-f554-43b8-b811-9c91c3509b87

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is currently seeking a provider for Autism Spectrum Support Services for students as part of an open tender process. This procurement is classified under special education services and addresses the needs of almost 5,000 students with disabilities, over 3,000 of whom are actively supported by the Disability & Dyslexia Support Service (DDSS). The closing date for submissions is set for 20th January 2022, and the contract period will span from 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2025. The service provider is expected to deliver support activities including one-to-one mentoring, group facilitation, and monthly reporting, with an estimated budget of £300,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in education and support services for individuals with autism. Companies with experience in delivering tailored educational support, mentorship programmes, and community engagement activities would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement can help these businesses expand their reach and solidify their presence within the education sector while making a positive impact on students' educational experiences.

## Notice

The University of Sheffield is looking for a provider of support for students and relevant, appropriate communication with DDSS. Covering 4 key areas: 1. One-to-one Specialist Study Skills Support & Mentoring for students on the autism spectrum. 2. Organisation and facilitation of 'the autism social group' - an informal support group. 3. Production and submission of specific invoices and timesheets on a monthly basis. 4. Specific communications and related services to the university. The Disability & Dyslexia Support Service (DDSS) is based within Student Support Services. DDSS offers a student-centred support approach, and achieves this through close liaison with other support services, academic departments and external agencies. Currently the University has almost 5,000 students who have declared a disability, with over 3,000 actively supported by DDSS. The full technical specification can be found in the ITT documentation, which will be available after you have expressed your interest on In-Tend. Tender Process and Documentation: This is an Open exercise under the Light Touch regime. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender, they must be submitted via the In-tend System. Your tender response must also be submitted through InTend to arrive by the date and time specified. Late tenders will not be considered. Closing date for receipt of bids: 20th January 2022 at 12 Noon (UK time).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce5fcba7-41aa-4e33-90f7-eac1d21c99ec |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £450,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SPECTRUM FIRST EDUCATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 80340000 - Special education services
- 85147000 - Company health services
- 85321000 - Administrative social services

## Release History

- 22 Feb 2022 at 09:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce5fcba7-41aa-4e33-90f7-eac1d21c99ec
- 9 Dec 2021 at 11:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46281dd4-fc36-4752-abda-521bb134bd66

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce5fcba7-41aa-4e33-90f7-eac1d21c99ec
  22nd February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46281dd4-fc36-4752-abda-521bb134bd66
  9th December 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield
  The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender, they must be submitted via the In-tend System. Your tender response must also be submitted through InTend to arrive by the date and time specified. Late tenders will not be considered.

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