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title: "HCT - Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e548"
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# HCT - Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessment

Buyer: HERTFORDSHIRE COMMUNITY NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e548

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## Summary

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust (HCT) has successfully completed a competitive open procedure tender titled "HCT - Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessment" under legal basis CELEX:32014L0024, focused on hospital and related services. The procurement aimed to address the backlog of children awaiting autism diagnostic assessments and support the implementation of a revised diagnostic pathway. The contract was awarded to The Owl Centre Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Pembrokeshire, and is set to commence in September 2025 for an initial one-year term with options for two additional one-year extensions. The procurement covered the UKH region, with essential deadlines including a bid submission process that concluded on 20 March 2025. Key requirements specified robust contract management and a multidisciplinary team inclusive of Consultant Paediatricians, emphasising a blended approach to assessments.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those with established expertise in paediatric assessments and CQC registration. The contract allows health service providers to collaborate with a reputable NHS Trust, enhancing their portfolio and expanding into the region with a governmental client. Companies adept in managing blended consultation models, including both face-to-face and virtual settings, are well-positioned to benefit from this initiative, potentially leading to long-term partnerships and increased market presence in health support services for children and young people with ASD.

## Notice

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust (HCT) currently has a backlog of children awaiting an autism diagnostic assessment.

To address this, HCT is collaborating with the Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care Board to outsource assessments for some children and young people (CYP).

This initiative aims to reduce waiting times and support the implementation of a revised diagnostic pathway.
The Trust is inviting proposals from suitably qualified providers to conduct assessments for CYPs aged five and above.

The selected provider must deliver a high-quality, cost-effective service that is responsive to clients' needs and help clear the backlog while also offering ongoing assessment services as needed.
Key requirements include:
* A multidisciplinary team that includes Consultant Paediatricians/Paediatricians.
* Appropriate Care Quality Commission (CQC) registration.
* A blended approach to assessments, with face-to-face and virtual consultations (face-to-face only for children aged five and six).
* Robust contract management and effective collaboration with the Trust's key contacts.

The contract is expected to commence in early September 2025 for an initial one-year term, with the possibility of two one-year extensions (1+1).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust (HCT) currently has a backlog of children awaiting an autism diagnostic assessment.

To address this, HCT is collaborating with the Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care Board to outsource assessments for some children and young people (CYP).

This initiative aims to reduce waiting times and support the implementation of a revised diagnostic pathway.
The Trust is inviting proposals from suitably qualified providers to conduct assessments for CYPs aged five and above.

The selected provider must deliver a high-quality, cost-effective service that is responsive to clients' needs and help clear the backlog while also offering ongoing assessment services as needed.
Key requirements include:
* A multidisciplinary team that includes Consultant Paediatricians/Paediatricians.
* Appropriate Care Quality Commission (CQC) registration.
* A blended approach to assessments, with face-to-face and virtual consultations (face-to-face only for children aged five and six).
* Robust contract management and effective collaboration with the Trust's key contacts.

The contract is expected to commence in early September 2025 for an initial one-year term, with the possibility of two one-year extensions (1+1). Additional information: This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the New Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award.

Renewal: Optional Extension of +1 +1 Years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019938-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Sep 2025 - 10 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,260,000 |
| Lots value | £1,260,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HERTFORDSHIRE COMMUNITY NHS TRUST |
| Locality | WELWYN GARDEN CITY |
| Post town | St Albans |
| Postcode | AL7 1BW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Welwyn Hatfield |
| Electoral ward | Peartree |
| Westminster constituency | Welwyn Hatfield |
| Delivery location | TLH East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE OWL CENTRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services
- 85110000 - Hospital and related services

## Release History

- 9 May 2025 at 08:42 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019938-2025
- 9 May 2025 at 08:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019933-2025
- 20 Feb 2025 at 15:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006331-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.theowltherapycentre.co.uk
- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.hct.nhs.uk/
- https://www.judiciary.uk/courts-and-tribunals/high-court/

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