Bands 3-4 Non-Medical Helper Support, Specialist D/deaf Support

The University of Salford is seeking an open procedure tender for Bands 3-4 Non-Medical Helper Support to provide specialist in-class and out-of-class assistance for d/Deaf and hard-of-hearing students. The scope of work includes the provision of British Sign Language interpretation, specialist notetaking, and other professional communication support to ensure students can effectively access and engage with their studies. This opportunity is identified as particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises. The contract is estimated to run from February 1, 2027, to January 31, 2030, with the possibility of two one-year extensions extending the term to January 31, 2032. The total estimated value of the contract is 386,658 GBP including VAT, with performance taking place in Greater Manchester. Award decisions will be based on a weighted evaluation of technical quality at 60 percent, commercial price at 20 percent, sustainability quality at 10 percent, and community benefits quality at 10 percent. Interested parties must submit their electronic proposals in English via the designated tender portal by November 30, 2026, at 12:00pm.