Tender

Independent (Special) School

LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

26 Jun 2025 at 11:59

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The tender process for the Independent (Special) School service titled "Edge of Care, Children in Care and Placements" is currently active and initiated by Lincolnshire County Council. As of 26th June 2025, this procurement is reaching the Tender stage. The procurement caters to the Education and Training Services industry, with a focus on service delivery in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. Interested parties should note the tender period ends on 2nd September 2025, with the contract scheduled to start on 3rd September 2025 and run until 31st March 2029. Lincolnshire County Council, located in Lincoln, UK, is managing the process, offering a contract valued at £275,705.79. The procurement offers a conducive setup for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within this service category.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in education and training services to expand their business footprint, particularly those capable of providing specialised services for children in care and placements. Given the long-term contract duration, businesses that can deliver consistent, high-quality services and navigate the nuances of care placements would be well-suited to compete. The procurement method is categorised under "Other", which implies flexibility and an accessible entry point for innovative service providers. Businesses looking to enhance their market presence in the East Midlands and integrate expertise in children's care services will find this tender to be a strategic entry path for growth and development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Independent (Special) School

Notice Description

Edge of Care, Children in Care and Placements

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdde9355-ab8d-4f86-b90a-65ab5f90799e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£275,705 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Fliss Christopher
Contact Email
fliss.christopher@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1522

Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN1 1YL
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Carholme
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Further Information

Notice Documents

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