Tender

SEN Disagreement Resolution and Mediation

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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04 Feb 2020 at 15:55

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03 Feb 2020 at 10:43

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Hampshire County Council is seeking applications for the "SEN Disagreement Resolution and Mediation" service. This procurement, classified under special education services, aims to provide an independent and impartial service to assist the Council in meeting its statutory obligations. The contract will run for three years starting from 1 August 2020, with a potential two-year extension. Interested organisations must submit their applications by 14:00 on 6 March 2020, via the In-Tend platform. The estimated value of the contract is £600,000, and it is being conducted through an open procurement method.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services, mediation, and dispute resolution. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, particularly those with experience in providing high-quality support and mediation services. With the potential for a substantial contract value and the option to extend, successful bidders could enhance their service offerings and expand their clientele within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SEN Disagreement Resolution and Mediation

Notice Description

Hampshire County Council invites applications from suitably experienced organisations who wish to be considered for selection to deliver an SEN Disagreement resolution and Mediation Service for Hampshire. The aim of the Service is to assist the Council in delivering its specific statutory duty to provide access to an independent and impartial Disagreement Resolution and Mediation service. The Contracts will commence on 01 August 2020 and will be for a period of 3 years with the option to extend for a further 2 years. Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire, and complete and submit the tender return document together with any supporting information requested by 14:00 hrs on 06 March 2020. How to obtain the Tender Documents The Tender documents can be accessed when logged into In-Tend by selecting 'View Details' on the relevant tender advert and clicking the 'Express Interest' tab. Once in the tender there are five tabs: 'Tender', 'Stage 1: Selection Stage', 'Correspondence', 'Clarifications' and 'History'. Select the 2nd tab (Stage 1: Selection Stage) where you will find useful information under 'Tender Details' continue to scroll down to the heading 'Tender Documents Received' where you will be able to view / download the documents. Opting In and Out Please note that you are required to 'Opt In' before you can access the 'My tender Return' to start populating your response. The 'Opt Out' functionality will also be available throughout the duration of the tender process. Opting out will give you the option of declaring you no longer want to receive any further communication in relation to this tender along with the opportunity of providing comments and feedback for this decision. You can choose to 'Opt In' at any time during the tender process if you initially decided to 'Opt Out'. Please note you are required to 'Opt In' to view and complete the Questionnaire for this project. Further Guidance In addition, guidance on how to participate in a tender - download and upload documents / returns and if required, register your company (free of charge), can be found on the In-tend site under the 'Help' or 'Information for Suppliers' buttons. Receiving Notification Emails To ensure you receive email alerts and notifications from our system, please add the email domain '@in-tend.co.uk' to your Safe Senders list. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d74748f8-ba46-4760-bfaa-a0cda0347280
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80340000 - Special education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2020 - 31 Jul 2023 2-3 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
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
CSPU Children's Services Procurement
Contact Email
childrens.services.procurement.unit@hants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01962 832323

Buyer Location

Locality
HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
SO23 8UJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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