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title: "C002143 - Delivery of training in Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale - 2nd edition (ADOS-2) for NHS staff from a range of disciplines working in Scottish services across the lifespan."
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# C002143 - Delivery of training in Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale - 2nd edition (ADOS-2) for NHS staff from a range of disciplines working in Scottish services across the lifespan.

Buyer: NHS EDUCATION FOR SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e972

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## Summary

NHS Education for Scotland is conducting a procurement process for the delivery of training in the Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale – 2nd edition (ADOS-2) to NHS staff across various disciplines within Scottish services. The procurement focuses on education and training services and is situated in Edinburgh, UK. As the tender stage is active, submissions can be made electronically, with the deadline set for 12 January 2026 at 13:00 GMT. The contract is expected to start on 16 February 2026 and end on 31 March 2027, with possible extensions. Managed as an open procedure, it offers a transparent selection based on defined technical and commercial criteria.

This tender provides significant opportunities for growth to providers specialising in educational and clinical training services. Businesses equipped with expertise in delivering structured training and coaching sessions will find this tender particularly relevant. Given the emphasis on quality, providers with a strong background in autism-related training and evaluation will be well-suited to compete. The contract’s potential for renewal further enhances its attractiveness for businesses aiming to secure long-term engagements with NHS Education for Scotland.

## Notice

NES seeks to appoint a Provider to deliver high quality and good value sustainable training and coaching in ADOS-2, to clinical reliability level. Specifically; i. 2 Day ADOS-2 Course ii. 4-5 Day ADOS-2 Course iii. Coaching Sessions iv. Evaluation of Impact Report

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NES seeks to appoint a Provider to deliver high quality and good value sustainable training and coaching in ADOS-2, to clinical reliability level. Specifically; i. 2 Day ADOS-2 Course ii. 4-5 Day ADOS-2 Course iii. Coaching Sessions iv. Evaluation of Impact Report

Renewal: Contract will start February 2026 and expire 31st March 2027 with the option to extend by three further 12 month periods.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017579-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| 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 | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS EDUCATION FOR SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH3 9DN |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2026 at 16:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017579-2026
- 26 Nov 2025 at 15:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077348-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nes.scot.nhs.uk
- http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000816696
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA13002

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