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CON_28558, CON_28560, CON_28561, CON_28562, CON_28563, CON_28564, CON_28565, CON_28567 SEND- Senior Financial Advisers_LOT8

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Award

30 Oct 2025 at 17:03

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process spearheaded by the Department for Education involves appointing SEND Senior Financial Advisers aimed at supporting local authorities in managing their high needs systems effectively. The tender, titled "SEND - Senior Financial Advisers LOT8," falls under the financial consultancy services category with the CPV code 66171000. This contract is significant for entities involved in providing tailored financial advice, especially focusing on the management of the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The contract has been awarded as of 30th September 2025, with a contract period extending until 29th September 2026. The procurement was concluded through a selective method, using a call-off from a framework agreement. The process is in the award stage, carrying a total contract value of £1,126,125, distributed among multiple suppliers serving regions such as the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and other international areas.

This procurement offers considerable opportunities for businesses specializing in financial consultancy, particularly those experienced in educational financial management and SEND initiatives. The involvement of multiple large-scale suppliers such as Chris West Consultancy Services Ltd and Impact Change Solutions Ltd highlights the competitive landscape suited for established consultancy firms that can provide robust advisory services. The emphasis on sustainability and effective governance of educational funds presents growth potential for firms that can demonstrate expertise in managing public sector budgets and optimizing value for money. Additionally, with the project supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), there is an opportunity for diverse business participation, welcoming firms of various scales to engage in enhancing financial oversight and strategic planning for SEND-related initiatives across multiple regions.

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Notice Title

CON_28558, CON_28560, CON_28561, CON_28562, CON_28563, CON_28564, CON_28565, CON_28567 SEND- Senior Financial Advisers_LOT8

Notice Description

The Department wishes to appoint SEND Senior Financial Advisers to provide tailored advice and support to local authorities to effectively manage their high needs systems such that they sustainably deliver the best possible outcomes for their children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Advisers will work with local areas, providing a clear and sustained focus on the management of the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) and local SEND system to ensure the best available value for money. A total of eight SEND Senior Financial Advisers have been appointed, with a combined total contract value of PS1,126,125.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1dc506c6-4e71-44d1-8e86-62ca56d4964e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbd2ab59-1a19-4a62-bd4f-4e3b2610ebce
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

66171000 - Financial consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£133,875 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,126,125 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
29 Sep 2025 - 29 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
7
Supplier Names

CHRIS WEST CONSULTANCY SERVICES

DAVID NORTHEY

IMPACT CHANGE SOLUTIONS

JPBFENWAY CONSULTANCY

LANGBROOK FINANCE

PUTSHAM ASSOCIATES

WAJE CONSULTING

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