Assessment and Diagnosis

The procurement process for the "Assessment and Diagnosis" contract, led by the HUMBER TEACHING NHS FOUNDATION TRUST, involves the provision of autism and ADHD assessments for children and young people. The contract, classified under the health services category (CPV code 85100000), was awarded as part of the Health care services (provider selection regime) regulations 2023, with the public contract regulations 2015 being inapplicable. The contract commenced on 2nd January 2026 and will conclude on 31st December 2026, valued at £150,000.

The procurement stage is complete, having been executed through a limited procurement method without prior publication, specifically awarded on an NHS SBS framework agreement. The delivery location is within the UKE1 region, which covers parts of Yorkshire and the Humber. This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those specialising in psychological services for young populations.

Mantle Psychology Limited, a small to medium enterprise based in Holmfirth, was successful in securing the contract, illustrating the potential for SMEs to compete effectively under this procurement framework. Given the specific focus on autism and ADHD assessments, businesses with expertise in these areas, along with a capacity to fulfil service requirements within the designated timeline and budget, would be well-suited for such opportunities in future procurements by health service foundations.