Case Studies

With extensive expertise in the private and NHS healthcare and business sectors, Ascend has been working in partnership with our clients to provide bespoke, tailored services.

From tender writing, NHS Commissioning, finance and contract management advice, our all-encompassing range of services has been developed by working closely with our clients to meet their practice and business needs. Click the links below to see what they say about our services.

“We would highly recommend their services to anyone considering tendering for a NHS contract.”

Alexandra Park Dental Practice

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“On the whole, they made the HIW registration process smooth less stressful and most importantly successful.”

Cardiff Multi Speciality Clinic and Diagnositics

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“Emma and Richard are very well informed of what is needed to pass a dental regulator inspection (HIW or CQC). They recently conducted mock inspections for two of our dental practices, and I couldn't be happier with the results.”

Eirlys Dental Practice

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“I cannot recommend them highly enough, they have taken a huge amount of stress out of the situation. I’m fully prepared and I’ll be less worried when it’s my turn for a CQC visit”

The Specialist Orthodontic Practice

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“I am delighted to provide this testimonial for Ascend, whose unwavering support has been a game-changer for our organisation's tendering success and CQC compliance.”

The Orthodontic Centre (Reading) Ltd

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“Emma and Richard made the whole process very smooth and helped in every aspect they could. If I didn’t have them I would have really struggled with the process on my own.”

B’s Aesthetics Limited

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“We are very grateful for their support and guidance during every stage of the development –  our decision to choose their company to aid us in becoming CQC registered was definitely the right one”

Craven Dental Care

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“Emma & Richard were recommended to me by another practice manager who sang their praises for the help they had received in preparing for their opening CQC inspection.”

Ilkley Dental Studio

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“I could not imagine going through the application alone especially after learning how much work and attention to detail is needed. I would highly recommend their services.”

Dr RR Limited

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“They have provided invaluable advice and assistance to our Orthodontic Practice in guiding us through compliance, contract tendering and helping setting up a new specialist practice.”

Wearside Orthodontic Centre Sunderland and South Shields

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“From beginning to end you knew you were working with the right team. Knowledgeable, approachable and methodical. They actually made a difficult process a very enjoyable one. And a successful outcome was achieved in the end!”

Magnolia House Dental Practice

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“From the first meeting with Richard and Emma, it was clear that their professional help in the tendering process was going to be invaluable. ”

Crystal Peaks Orthodontics

Tendering

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“Their experience and patience in what was an incredibly stressful period will not be forgotten and I can say with complete conviction that we could not have done it without them and our business and mental health is all the better for engaging their services.”

Queensway Orthodontics

Tendering

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“We successfully retained our Orthodontic Contract and we cannot recommend them highly enough. Professional, incredibly knowledgable and very approachable, they guided us through the whole process. ”

Cedar House Orthodontic Practice

Tendering

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“With the amount of work and detail involved there was no way I could've done this without Ascend's support. I have no hesitation in recommending them for any of your tendering needs.”

Alton Dental Centre

Tendering

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“Fantastic service with invaluable knowledge and expertise. They have the winning formula to achieve the set targets.”

Dental Practice, Midlands

Tendering

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“Without them (Ascend) we would never be where we are today and would unreservedly recommend them to any current and potential NHS contract providers. They are friendly, have a wealth of knowledge and above all, always available. We cannot thank them enough.”

Quayside Orthodontics

Tendering

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“Really knowledgeable and helpful from the start of the tender process to the finish.”

Greenwich Dental Referral Practice

Tendering

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“Because of their experience they were able to advise us how to construct a bid that would best meet the needs of the purchaser.”

Wales - Orthodontic Tendering

Tendering

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“I would very much like to thank Richard, Emma and their team at Ascend for all their help in the recent NHS Orthodontic tendering process.”

Newbury Orthodontics Ltd

Tendering

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“I would wholeheartedly recommend Ascend to any colleague who has to go through the stressful process of a contract bid.  I cannot imagine what it would have been like to go through my procurement without their advice and help.”

Salisbury Orthodontics Ltd

Tendering

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“Emma and Richard gave a wonderful presentation on ‘How to write a Tender’ for the Orthodontist’s of Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Staffordshire. It was a fully informative day.”

Orthodontic Managed Clinical Network

Tendering

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“I have had the pleasure of working with Ascend for the past 4 years during which time they have proven invaluable advice and guidance for my large Orthodontic practices. ”

West Street Orthodontic Practice

Tendering

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“Richard, Emma and their team are ethical, efficient, meticulous and professional.”

Maple Orthodontics

Tendering

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“The Ascend team were outstanding and highly professional in helping us secure a very competitive tender and throughout the the whole procurement process.”

South of England - Orthodontic Tendering

Tendering

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“Many thanks to Emma, Richard and Ascend for helping us write a professional and successful bid, your company’s track record speaks for itself.”

Exeter Orthodontic Practice

Tendering

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“Ascend have been amazing and have, very successfully, guided our practice through a long procurement process that has culminated in the award of a large NHS orthodontic contract.”

Plymouth Orthodontics Ltd

Tendering

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“The process was seamless and smooth, despite the hard work and long hours the Ascend team put in. As a result, we successfully won two NHS minor oral surgery contracts. In fact, my confidence in them has made me eager to take on another project with them!”

London - Minor Oral Surgery Tendering

Tendering

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“Your tremendous knowledge and understanding of this highly competitive field helped me secure a large NHS dental contract.”

Wales

Tendering

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“With the help and support of the Ascend team, we managed to secure several dental contracts. I found the team to be very professional, knowledgable, upfront, fair and most importantly, trustworthy.”

Dental Tendering

Tendering

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“Emma and Richard who form a formidable duo were a revelation. Their depth of experience coupled with their excellent communication and work ethic, made light work of navigating through the complexities and jargon of the bid documents.”

North of England - Minor Oral Surgery Tendering

Tendering

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“They have a wealth of experience and are extremely well organised, efficient and up-to-date with the latest legislation.”

Circus Orthodontics

Tendering

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“We would certainly recommend Ascend Contract Management Ltd and we wouldn’t hesitate to use their services again in the future.”

Central Park Dental Practice

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“Thank you for all your professional advice and support through the competitive tendering process. We have now been re-awarded our current NHS oral surgery contract.”

North East - Oral Surgery Tendering

Tendering

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“They have been the most cost effective and useful external consultants we have ever used! Their wealth of experience and knowledge is invaluable. ”

Enhance Orthodontics

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“Ascend are highly professional, meticulous in attention to detail, and deliver value for money.”

North of England - Minor Oral Surgery Tendering

Tendering

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“Ascend has been central to making sure that we are well-placed to bid for a new Orthodontic Contract”

Resolution Specialist Treatment Centre

Tendering

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“Your professional insight into the tendering process was essential and I do not think we would have managed to complete our bid without you.”

Smile Solution Limited

Tendering

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“As a specialist Orthodontic Practice treating both NHS and private patients, the expert advice received on contractual issues in these uncertain times has proved invaluable.”

Wells Orthodontics

Tendering

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