--- title: "Tower Hamlets Autism and Diagnostic Service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e735da89-6e80-474f-b948-3ade3721be95" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e735da89-6e80-474f-b948-3ade3721be95" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e735da89-6e80-474f-b948-3ade3721be95.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e735da89-6e80-474f-b948-3ade3721be95.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "N E L COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT" published: "2018-04-04" --- # Tower Hamlets Autism and Diagnostic Service Buyer: N E L COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e735da89-6e80-474f-b948-3ade3721be95 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e735da89-6e80-474f-b948-3ade3721be95) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e735da89-6e80-474f-b948-3ade3721be95.json) ## Summary The N E L Commissioning Support Unit is planning to procure the "Tower Hamlets Autism and Diagnostic Service," aimed at providing a diagnostic and intervention service for adults in Tower Hamlets, London, dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This public procurement is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 20th April 2018. Interested parties are encouraged to express their interest via email, and further details can be found in the documentation published on Contracts Finder. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the health and social care sector, especially those with experience in autism-related services and support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete, as the service requires a strong community-focused approach, including post-diagnosis support and assistance with employment and training for individuals with ASD. ## Notice The provider will provide an Autism Assessment and Intervention team aligned to mainstream health and social care. The service will provide a diagnostic pathway for adults suspected of having Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and manage a sub-contract to provide education, training and employment support. This notice, without call for competition, signals the CCG intention to procure the Autism and Diagnostic Service, through a competitive tendering process. The service will provide a diagnostic pathway for adults suspected of having ASD and its Service Objectives will be : * To deliver a diagnostic service for adults (18+) who may have ASD (including Asperger's Syndrome). * To deliver a service for reviewing patients already diagnosed with ASD where an expert review is needed *To deliver a diagnosis to those who may present with ASD behavioural conditions and symptoms *To provide post diagnosis support and brief interventions for adults with ASD *To provide a community focused model that promotes support within the community for people with ASD. *Provide clear pathways and signposting to other local services, and support for adults with an alternative diagnosis to ASD. *Provide an effective transitional pathway to assist young people (with ASD) transfer from children's to adults services. *Assist service users (where a need is identified) to access training and employment opportunities (delivered via a Third Sector organisation) The service will be located in a suitable building within the borough which can be easily accessed by public transport for the majority of Tower Hamlets residents. Additional information: Interested parties are invited to express their interest in this engagement by emailing nelcsu.welcpod-procurement@nhs.net providing an answer to all of the questions in the attached Contract finder advertisement by Friday 20th April 2018. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4e0de05-3c2f-41bb-955f-acd20c18633d | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Apr 2018 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 20 Apr 2018 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | N E L COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South East London | | Postcode | SE1 7NT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth | | Local authority | Lambeth | | Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank | | Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green | | Delivery location | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 4 Apr 2018 at 09:18 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4e0de05-3c2f-41bb-955f-acd20c18633d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4e0de05-3c2f-41bb-955f-acd20c18633d 4th April 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4a8a91cd-97fc-4cbb-be93-efc30f548900 ## Notice URLs - http://www.nelcsu.nhs.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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