Communication Technology

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
East of England
3 February 2026 to 2 May 2026

Provision of Grid Pad communication devices, which are dedicated speech-generating tablets designed for individuals with limited mobility or speech impairments. This contract covers the procurement of specific assistive hardware and associated software tools to facilitate patient communication within a clinical setting.

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Awarded value: £40k; As published
Published: 3 February 2026
Awarded: 2 February 2026; smartbox Assistive Technology
Contract length: 3 months; Ends 2 May 2026

What the contract covers

Supply of specialist assistive communication technology devices and software to support patients with complex communication and accessibility needs.

1064 - Grid pad communication toll

Terms and requirements

Initial term: 3 months
Contract dates: 3 February 2026 to 2 May 2026
Certifications asked for: None stated
Lots: 1
Suitable for SMEs: Not stated
CPV codes: 33196200

Services in this contract

Assistive technology equipment for studentsMain service£50k typicalGrid pad communication tool, assistive communication device

Lifecycle

Published
3 February 2026
Contract awardedto smartbox Assistive Technology
2 February 2026
Contract starts
3 February 2026
Contract ends
2 May 2026

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Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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The supplier

smartbox Assistive Technology

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Link: https://bidskim.com/tender/346819/communication-technology
Buyer reference: 1064
Open contracting ID: ocds-h6vhtk-0614d7
Last checked: 5 November 2026

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Communication Technology. Contract award, 3 February 2026. BidSkim, https://bidskim.com/tender/346819/communication-technology (accessed 5 November 2026).