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title: "Choices College - Assistive technology to support students in placements 25/26"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05aa40"
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# Choices College - Assistive technology to support students in placements 25/26

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05aa40

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## Summary

The procurement process involves NHS England, located in London, as the buying organisation and is titled "Choices College - Assistive technology to support students in placements 25/26". This contract falls under the services industry category and is a direct award to Assistiv CIC, a supplier based in Halifax, West Yorkshire. The procurement method was selected without a competitive bidding process due to the specialised nature of the services required. This contract, commencing on 29th October 2025, and ending on 31st July 2026, is in the award stage with a gross value of £232,800. The contract aims to provide assistive technology to support students with learning disabilities and autism, ensuring their successful integration into workplace environments.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses in the technology sector, specifically those specialising in software support and maintenance of IT equipment. Companies capable of developing or supplying assistive technologies that cater to the needs of individuals with learning challenges are well-positioned to leverage this opportunity for business growth. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) might find this contract particularly beneficial as it aligns with their expertise in delivering specialised services. Moreover, businesses looking to build a relationship with central government bodies like NHS England can gain significant exposure through such procurement processes.

## Notice

renewal of Choices College - Assistive technology to support students in placements 25/26 provided by Assistiv CIC Contract is required to ensure continued support provision for a 8 months, Choices College is scheduled to transition to a new host effective August 2026 to support its long-term development and sustainability. Contact start date 29th October 2025 Contract singed date - 29th October 2025

### Procurement Information

Provision to equip students of choices college with technology supporting people with learning disabilities and autism to navigate daily challenges in workplace, interact with the space around them, and flow through tasks with confidence. It is justified under Section 41 (1) (a) and paragraph 6 (b) of Schedule 5 of the Procurement Act 2023 on the basis that there are no reasonable alternatives for the provision of this service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075534-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 Dec 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £194,000 |
| Contracts value | £194,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active, Pending |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 8UG |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ASSISTIV |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 50312610 - Maintenance of information technology equipment
- 72261000 - Software support services

## Release History

- 20 Nov 2025 at 10:46 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075534-2025
- 20 Nov 2025 at 10:30 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075528-2025
- 8 Oct 2025 at 09:45 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063173-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075534-2025
  20th November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075528-2025
  20th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063173-2025
  8th October 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://assistiv.org.uk
- https://www.england.nhs.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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