Educational Psychology assessments to identify and diagnose Specific Learning Difficulties

The University of Salford is seeking a provider to deliver Educational Psychology assessments for students with potential Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD), including dyslexia, within a higher education setting.

Assessments must use an evidence-based approach to identify students’ strengths and support needs. This may include observation, standardised testing and interviews.

Contract Information

Buyer: University of Salford
Deadline: 29 October 2026, 12:00pm
Enquiry Deadline: 22 October 2026, 12:00pm
Contract Value: £548,000 including VAT
Delivery Length: Initial three-year term, with two optional one-year extensions – potentially 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2031
Tender Link: University of Salford In-Tend Portal

The opportunity is identified as particularly suitable for SMEs.

Evaluation Criteria

• Technical / Quality – 60%
• Price – 20%
• Sustainability – 10%
• Community Benefits – 10%

Technical assessment will consider experience delivering similar services within the higher education sector, alongside capability and service delivery.

The opportunity is relevant to educational psychology providers with the expertise and capacity to deliver evidence-based SpLD assessments and identify appropriate support needs for university students.

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