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title: "Independent Disability and Sensory Impairment Equipment Support and Advice Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d4d9"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-01-27"
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# Independent Disability and Sensory Impairment Equipment Support and Advice Service

Buyer: CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d4d9

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## Summary

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has concluded the procurement process for the "Independent Disability and Sensory Impairment Equipment Support and Advice Service". The contract was awarded on 27 January 2026, following an open procedure, and has been signed with Equality Together. This service falls under the health and social work services category and covers the Bradford district, identified as region UKE41 in the United Kingdom. The procurement process was completed following the UK legal basis 2023/54 and involved the provision of equipment support and advice to individuals aged 16 and over. The award status is complete, with the contract start and end dates spanning from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029, with potential renewal for up to 12 additional months depending on satisfactory performance.

This tender presents significant opportunities for organisations specialising in health and social work services, particularly those that can offer strength-based support and independent assessments for individuals with sensory impairments. Businesses that excel in community engagement, demonstration of equipment, and offering flexible roadshow formats are well-suited to compete in this market. Moreover, the project promotes social value, contributing to positive community outcomes, which can enhance the reputation and influence of participating companies. The contract's substantial value, with a gross amount of £326,400, offers potential for business growth and a stable revenue stream for successful bidders.

## Notice

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council invites providers to tender to deliver independent assessments and advice on equipment for independent living and sensory needs equipment to eligible individuals aged 16+We are looking for organisations that can * Provide impartial advice and information about available equipment * Promote choice and control for people through a demonstration area, with a range of equipment containing appropriate and cost-effective items * Encourage strength-based support by utilising personal, local, community and social networks and maximising those strengths to enable them to support people to achieve their desired outcomes, thereby meeting their needs and improving or maintaining their wellbeing * Provide a flexible approach by holding roadshows across the Bradford District to allow individuals to try small equipment before they purchase it at a location close to their home/they are comfortable in, rather than travelling to the equipment showroom * Be able to handle simple cases confidently, using an Occupational Therapy model and be able to judge when to refer complex cases for an OT assessment

### Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: Up to 12 months in one or more extension periods

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007142-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £272,000 |
| Lots value | £272,000 |
| Awards value | £272,000 |
| Contracts value | £272,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRADFORD |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD1 1HX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford |
| Local authority | Bradford |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Bradford West |
| Delivery location | TLE41 Bradford |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EQUALITY TOGETHER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2026 at 14:16 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007142-2026
- 12 Jan 2026 at 17:00 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002431-2026
- 28 Oct 2025 at 10:00 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068814-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007142-2026
  27th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002431-2026
  12th January 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068814-2025
  28th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=98037&B=
- https://www.bradford.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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