NIPA - The Provision of Speech and Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy

The London Borough of Wandsworth is progressing with its initiative titled "NIPA - The Provision of Speech and Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy," categorised under welfare services for children and young people (CPV code: 85311300). This tender involves delivering specialised therapy services through the Council’s Nursery Inclusion Project for All. The contract, worth approximately £720,000 for both lots over four academic years, is split into Lot 1 for Speech and Language Therapy (£440,000) and Lot 2 for Occupational Therapy (£280,000), with an initial period running from 1 October 2024 to 31 July 2027, extendable by an additional year.

The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with a tender period that ended on 24 June 2024, and the award made on 23 September 2024. The awarding parties for this contract are Therapy4kids and St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This tender presents a substantial business opportunity for service providers specialising in paediatric therapy services, particularly those with experience in educational and developmental support for children.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, contributing innovative and impactful solutions. The selected contractor will have the chance to collaborate closely with Wandsworth Borough Council, providing essential services that can significantly enhance their visibility and credibility in the sector. This contract's considerable duration and scale offer a stable and financially rewarding venture, ideal for established businesses with a robust track record in delivering similar therapy services.