Suffolk Neurodevelopmental Children and Young People's Assessment

Location

Norwich

Description

This will be an NHS Standard Contract Sub-contract for the provision of Neurodevelopmental Assessments (ADHD and Autism) to Children and Young People in Suffolk. Demand for ADHD and Autism assessments have risen rapidly over the past 20 years. Investment in ADHD and Autism assessment capacity has not kept pace with this growth; demand now far exceeds available capacity. The global prevalence of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children is estimated to be around 5% and Autism in England is estimated to be approximately 1-1.8% of the population. The Contractor will: • Assess and diagnose ADHD and/or Autism • identify differential needs and recommend appropriate support, including self-help tools and by accessing both services and universal provision Through a multidisciplinary diagnostic and needs-led assessment process which is compliant with NICE Guidance and DSM-V or ICD-11 criteria. ADHD Diagnostic Assessment A diagnosis of ADHD must only be made by a specialist psychiatrist, paediatrician or other appropriately qualified healthcare professional with training and expertise in the diagnosis of ADHD Autism Diagnostic Assessment The Contractor will complete a full NICE-complaint needs-led diagnostic assessment for those with suspected Autism When appropriate, joint ADHD and Autism assessments will be offered.

CPV Codes

• 85000000 - Health and social work services

Other Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) confirmation of contract award notice. This contract has been awarded under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. This contract has now been formally awarded using the most suitable provider process. Contract awarded to: ICS Operations Ltd (was Carehome Selection Limited) trading as Xyla (part of Acacium Group) Date of contract award: 4/3/2026 Contract Term: 9 months commencing 4/3/2026 Total contract value: £680,396. No appeal/representation received linked to F03 notice to award so no review during standstill period. Details of the individual(s) involved in the final award decision: Sarah Hedges, Associate Director of Operations Terence Mahachi, Associate Director of Nursing Supported by Jo Zenzer, Contract Manager Approved by Elaine Deazley-Morgan, Locality Director of Operations. No declared conflicts or potential conflicts of interest of individuals making the decision.