--- title: "Provision of Student Communication Support Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000824102" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824102" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824102.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824102.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE" published: "2026-03-11" --- # Provision of Student Communication Support Services Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000824102 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824102) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824102.json) ## Summary The University of Strathclyde seeks to establish a framework agreement for Student Communication Support Services, aimed at providing essential services to students who are Deaf or have hearing loss. Located in Glasgow, the University plans to support their Disability and Wellbeing Services by engaging qualified personnel to deliver British Sign Language (BSL) interpreting and electronic notetaking services. This procurement process, classified under CPV code 79540000 (Translation services), is currently in the tender stage, with the end date for submissions revised to 12:00 PM on 9th April 2026 due to initial technical issues. The procurement adopts an open procedure, welcoming electronic submissions. The published value for these services amounts to £800,000 GBP, with the emphasis on high-quality delivery and fair pricing. This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses experienced in providing communication support services within the education sector, particularly those specialising in services for Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. Companies employing well-qualified BSL interpreters and electronic notetakers, holding recognised certifications like Signature levels 3 and 4, will find themselves suitably placed to compete. As the contract includes options for renewal, successful companies could benefit from ongoing collaboration with a prestigious higher education institution. The procurement demands robust insurance coverage, and participants must demonstrate relevant experience through examples of past supplies or services. This process aligns with community benefit requirements, suggesting potential positive impacts beyond direct business gains. ## Notice The University's Disability and Wellbeing Services requires the establishment of a Framework for various forms of Student Communication Support Services to support students who are Deaf or have hearing loss. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The University's Disability and Wellbeing Services requires the establishment of a Framework for various forms of Student Communication Support Services to support students who are Deaf or have hearing loss. The Framework will comprise of two main elements. British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters are required to provide communication support to Deaf students during planned teaching activity such as lectures, labs and tutorials and to enable them to access all aspects of the wider University social experience outside of formal teaching sessions. Where necessary, they are also required to provide translation support outside of lectures and classes, both online or in-person, to aid Deaf students with direct study which can include podcasts, pre-recorded lectures and readings. Electronic notetakers (ENT) are required to provide a set of notes for Deaf or hard of hearing students who cannot take their own notes because they are either lipreading or watching a sign language interpreter. They are required to provide a summary of what is being said rather than a word-for-word account. All personnel delivering these services must be appropriately qualified, experienced, and trained in supporting disabled students within higher education settings. This contract requires the provision of band 1 and band 2 BSL Interpreters holding registration with the appropriate membership bodies and Electronic Notetakers holding signature level 3 and signature level 4 certification. The number of students that require these services varies from year to year and is not finalised until the start of each semester.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Options: In line with Regulation 72 - Modification of Contracts During their Term, of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, this Contract may be modified without a new procurement procedure in accordance with this Part in some cases. Renewal: The contract is subject to two up to 12-month extensions. Any extension is to be exercised at the University's entire discretion and will only be valid upon written notification to the Tenderer no later than 30 days prior to the expiry of the preceding term. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551483 | | Notice type | OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 8 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | February 2030 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £800,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | 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 STRATHCLYDE | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G1 1XU | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East | | Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 79530000 - Translation services - 79540000 - Interpretation services - 80340000 - Special education services ## Release History - 11 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551483 - 10 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551333 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551333 Provision of Student Communication Support Services - The University's Disability and Wellbeing Services requires the establishment of a Framework for various forms of Student Communication Support Services to support students who are Deaf or have hearing loss. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.strath.ac.uk/ - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824102 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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