Communication Assistive Technology, Assessment and Training Services

Details

Tender Closed
RFx ID :	18651159
Tender Name :	Communication Assistive Technology, Assessment and Training Services
Reference # :	CATA RFT 2017
Open Date :	Thursday, 11 May 2017 4:00 PM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+12:00)
Close Date  :	Wednesday, 14 June 2017 3:00 PM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+12:00)
Tender Type :	Request for Tenders (RFT)
Tender Coverage :	Sole Agency  [?]
Categories :	85000000 - Healthcare Services 86000000 - Education and Training Services
Regions:	Auckland Bay of Plenty Canterbury Chatham Islands Gisborne Hawke's Bay Manawatu-Wanganui Marlborough Nelson Northland Otago Southland Taranaki Tasman Waikato Wellington West Coast
Exemption Reason :	None
Required Pre-qualifications :	None
Contact :	Tania Owen
Alternate Physical Delivery Address  :
Alternate Physical Fax Number  :
Agency Address :

WHAT WE NEED

ACC’s current Assistive Technology Assessment (ATA) contract will expire on 30 September 2017.

ACC is looking for a Supplier or Suppliers who have the capability and experience to deliver Communication Assistive Technology, Assessment and Training (CATA) Services (previously known as Assistive Technology Assessment Services). The service will assess Client need, recommend and trial Communication Assistive Technology options that will contribute towards improved functional outcomes for a Client.

Communication Assistive Technology includes; Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), Computer Access Aids and Environmental Controls (Assistive Technology).

WHAT'S IMPORTANT TO US?

ACC is interested in hearing from Suppliers who have a service philosophy that aligns with the principles of the New Zealand Disability Strategy and have Named Providers who are members of the Assistive Technology Alliance of New Zealand (ATANZ).

Suppliers must be able to demonstrate knowledge and application of clinical best practice and service innovation in the context of CATA. Evidence of a client centric service delivery and ability to provide a culturally sensitive service is also essential.

WHY SHOULD YOU SUBMIT A TENDER?

This is a unique opportunity to apply to become a Supplier of quality services that support ACC clients with Assistive Communication needs by contributing to:
• improved client functional outcomes;
• ensuring clients receive timely, quality services;
• ensuring clients receive services in a culturally appropriate manner.

A BIT ABOUT US

ACC is the Crown entity working under the Accident Compensation Act 2001 that manages and delivers New Zealand’s Accident Compensation Scheme. ACC contributes to the Government’s goal of improving New Zealand’s economic performance by reducing the incidence and severity of injury and providing an efficient and comprehensive, no-fault accident insurance scheme that supports injured people to return to work, independence or everyday life as quick and safely as possible.

HOW TO REGISTER WITH TRADE INTERCHANGE

Please use this link to Register with Trade Interchange: https://reg.e-tender.com.au/acccata.aspx

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further information is outlined in the Request for Tender Document attached.

This tender has been awarded to:

• TalkLink Trust

Award Date: Thursday, 5 October 2017 (Pacific/Auckland UTC+13:00)
Date RFx was completed/updated: Thursday, 5 October 2017 3:51 PM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+13:00)