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SEND Tribunal legal and casework support

SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL

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21 Jul 2026 at 10:31

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Sheffield City Council, located in Sheffield, United Kingdom, focuses on securing legal services under the title "SEND Tribunal legal and casework support." This contract falls under the Legal Services industry category, specifically catering to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) tribunals. The procurement method utilized was a direct award via the Consultancy Plus, aligned with the YPO's framework. The award has been completed, and the contract period extends from 22 July 2026 to 23 July 2026. The value of the contract amounts to GBP 175,000, servicing the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The primary point of contact for this process is Rachael Wilsey, representing Sheffield City Council.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in legal and consultancy services, specifically those offering support in SEND tribunal cases. As a direct award through an established framework, the process indicates a streamlined approach beneficial for suppliers who are already well-acquainted with such procurement channels. Organisations large in scale and with relevant expertise in legal case management are well-suited to benefit from similar future opportunities. Additionally, businesses with an interest in expanding their services within the public sector, particularly in legal consultancy, may find avenues for growth and collaboration through such engagements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SEND Tribunal legal and casework support

Notice Description

Secure urgent legal and casework support for urgent SEND tribunal cases. SRO and Officer Decision approval to direct award a contract via Consultancy Plus sole provider appointed to YPO's 1141 Managing Consultancy and Professional Services Framework to: Spiky Profile Ltd, specialist provider of legal and casework support for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Tribunals.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ee37d05-9a82-4dff-ae20-e6059691ea77
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79100000 - Legal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2026 - 15 Jan 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2HH
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONSULTANCY PLUS

Further Information

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