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title: "The Provision of Non Medical Support Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b61b"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND"
published: "2026-06-16"
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# The Provision of Non Medical Support Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b61b

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## Summary

The University of Sunderland, located in Sunderland, UK, has completed a procurement process for the provision of Non-Medical Support Services designed to assist students in overcoming barriers to learning and promoting equality in their academic environment. This tender, awarded on 16th June 2026, focuses on services such as interpretation, tutorial, and social work services under various classification codes, including CPV codes 79540000 and 80590000. The procurement process followed a 'below threshold' method and resulted in the award to Clear Links Ltd. The contract period is set to commence on 1st July 2026 and spans one year with an option for renewal in annual increments up to a maximum of June 2029.

This opportunity presents significant business growth potential for organisations operating within the specialised support services industry. Companies capable of delivering high-quality educational and personal support services in the social and health sectors are particularly well-suited to compete successfully in similar tenders. The contract, valued at £145,000, highlights the demand for large-scale providers like Clear Links Ltd, who can offer comprehensive support services that fulfil the academic and personal development requirements of university students across the UK. As universities continue to seek partners that can bring innovation and quality to their support services, businesses with a strong track record in these areas stand to benefit considerably.

## Notice

The appointed provider will deliver Non-Medical Support Services to students who require additional assistance to fully participate in their academic studies and university life. These services are intended to remove barriers to learning and promote equality of opportunity.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056719-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £145,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CLEAR LINKS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 80 - Education and training services
- 85 - Health and social work services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 79540000 - Interpretation services
- 80590000 - Tutorial services
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
- 85310000 - Social work services
- 85321000 - Administrative social services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 16 Jun 2026 at 14:00 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056719-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056719-2026
  16th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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