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title: "Provision of Non - Medical Help Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068cb4"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION"
published: "2026-04-28"
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# Provision of Non - Medical Help Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068cb4

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## Summary

The University of Portsmouth Higher Education Corporation is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for the Provision of Non-Medical Help Services. Aimed at enhancing support for students with disabilities or learning differences, this initiative aligns with sector trends and statutory obligations under the Equality Act 2010. The procurement, classified under Adult-Education Services at University Level, takes place in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, with submissions closing on 26th May 2026 and enquiries ending on 14th May 2026. The open competition method invites registrants on the University's In-Tend webpage to express interest and access submission documentation. The contract period spans from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2029, with a potential 12-month extension.

This tender offers a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in educational support services, particularly those registered with the Department for Education's non-medical help register. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in delivering support across various bands of non-medical help provision could find this a fitting opportunity to expand their portfolio. The University is looking for providers who can showcase technical proficiency, presentation skills, and competitive pricing—elements central to the tender's award criteria. Successful engagement in this project would enable businesses to contribute meaningfully to increasing inclusion and support for students with diverse needs, thereby fostering social impact alongside business growth.

## Notice

In the 2024/25 academic year, more than 5,700 students at the University of Portsmouth reported a disability, health condition, learning difference or identified as neurodivergent. In line with wider sector trends, this number has increased significantly over the past five years. The University is committed to ensuring that these students have timely, reliable access to appropriate support, regardless of whether they are eligible for the Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA).Demand for non-medical help provision has grown in line with the disabled student population. To meet this demand, the university is seeking a Department for Education registered provider with the capacity, expertise and flexibility to deliver all four bands of non-medical help provision as defined in national DSA guidance . This contract will enable the University to maintain high standards of support, fulfil its statutory responsibilities under the Equality Act 2010, and ensure that all students receive the assistance necessary to participate effectively in their studies.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extension can be used for continuation of services and if required can be a period or periods not exceeding 12 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038547-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £624,000 |
| Lots value | £624,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 2UP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | St Thomas |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | TLJ31 Portsmouth |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80300000 - Higher education services
- 80430000 - Adult-education services at university level

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 12:01 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038547-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038547-2026
  28th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.port.ac.uk/
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/port/aspx/Home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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