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title: "Autism Assessment Support and Waiting List Initiative"
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# Autism Assessment Support and Waiting List Initiative

Buyer: LANCASHIRE AND SOUTH CUMBRIA NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e4c91c36-63c3-4c12-a014-5650dc8b625e

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## Summary

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is inviting tenders for the "Autism Assessment Support and Waiting List Initiative" under the health services category. The procurement aims to reduce the backlog of autism assessments, prioritising those waiting the longest. The tender is currently in the active stage, with submissions required by 21 October 2024, and the contract period running from 1 November 2024 to 30 November 2027. The procurement is open to SMEs and VCSEs, indicating a focus on inclusive participation. The procurement process follows a distinctive method described as "Other". The initiative is geographically situated in the North West of the United Kingdom, specifically in the PR5 6AW postal code area.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those experienced in providing autism assessment support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the procurement process aims to foster diverse competition. The substantial contract value of £600,000 offers a lucrative opportunity for growth and expansion within the healthcare sector. Businesses adept at managing substantial service contracts and with the capability to scale services efficiently will find this tender particularly advantageous.

## Notice

LSCFT and the ICB have agreed to conduct a further exercise to add capacity to our system and reduce the number of people currently awaiting assessment, targeting those waiting the longest for assessment in the first instance. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/559708ef-2006-4d1c-b5e3-4681370c8205 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| 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 | LANCASHIRE AND SOUTH CUMBRIA NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR5 6AW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | South Ribble |
| Electoral ward | Bamber Bridge East |
| Westminster constituency | Ribble Valley |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 19 Sep 2024 at 12:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/559708ef-2006-4d1c-b5e3-4681370c8205

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/559708ef-2006-4d1c-b5e3-4681370c8205
  19th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

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