Contract for Educational Psychologists to carry out Statutory Assessments - Psychological Advice for Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments

Somerset Council initiated an open procurement process titled "Contract for Educational Psychologists to carry out Statutory Assessments - Psychological Advice for Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments." This contract falls under the services category, specifically health and social work services, with a delivery focus in the UKK23 region. The procurement stage has advanced to the award stage, with the finalised contract awarded on 23rd October 2025, and the service period set to commence on 5th November 2025.

The tender, initially open for submissions until 2nd September 2025, aimed to secure psychological services to deliver statutory assessments for educational needs, with a strong focus on provision within the specified timelines. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in psychological assessments, particularly SMEs, as evidenced by the awarded suppliers, C F Psychology Ltd and Psychology Direct Ltd, both SMEs. The contract, valued at £320,000 with the potential for a 6 to 12-month extension, offers a lucrative growth avenue for businesses capable of providing comprehensive and timely psychological evaluations for education, health, and care plans.

Companies in the health and social work sectors that can navigate the competitive tender environment, focusing on quality, social value, and pricing, are well-positioned to compete for such contracts.