Planning

Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Mediation and Dispute Resolution Services

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council is embarking on a planned procurement process for the "Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Mediation and Dispute Resolution Services." This initiative is aimed at providing essential services for children and young people aged 0 to 25 with special educational needs and disabilities within Norfolk. The contract is set to commence in November 2016, with a total budget of £190,000, reflecting the council's commitment to addressing the requirements outlined in the Children and Families Act 2014. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice date scheduled for 27 May 2016, and the service will be delivered throughout Norfolk, primarily in the East of England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in mediation and dispute resolution services, particularly those with expertise in educational needs and disabilities. Firms that are small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find themselves particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The requirement for an understanding of various legislations, frameworks, and policies related to SEND further emphasises the potential for sustained business growth in this sector, especially for those already working within educational support services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Mediation and Dispute Resolution Services

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council wishes to procure a provider of a holistic Mediation and Dispute Resolution Service for children and young people aged 0 to 25 year in Norfolk with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The Service will commence November 2016. It is the intention that Norfolk County Council will collaborate with Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) in Norfolk to commission a single organisation to provide an independent and impartial Mediation and Dispute Resolution services for: * Children and Young People with education, health and care needs * Parents and those with parental responsibility for children and young people with special education needs and /or disabilities * Norfolk County Council and * Health organisations The Children and Families Act 2014 requires Mediation and Dispute Resolution services to be put in place by Local Authorities. Health Commissioners also have a duty to provide and take part in Mediation as identified in the Children and Families Act 2014 and Children's and Young People's Continuing Care National Framework 2016. The Service will need to have an understanding of the applicable Legislation, the SEND Code of Practice, National Frameworks and Guidance and Norfolk's Local Offer (Policies, Practices and Procedures). Additional information: If you are interested in this opportunity please email sourcingteam@norfolk.gov.uk including 'NCCT40865 Mediation & Dispute Resolution Services' in the subject field. Norfolk County Council uses an electronic system for all its tenders and further competitions. In order to be invited to tender you will need to register on our e-tendering system, In-Tend. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at; https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles. If you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system you can contact the support team by phoning 0844 2728810 or emailing support@in-tend.co.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98197cb1-0903-4599-8508-ebfc186c3724
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
26 May 2016Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2016 - 31 Oct 2025 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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