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SEND Adviser Contract Blackpool, Bury & Wirral (con_31523)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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20 May 2026 at 12:07

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Department for Education, pertains to the "SEND Adviser Contract Blackpool, Bury & Wirral" under the industry category of Business and management consultancy and related services (CPV: 79400000). This procurement, valued at £86,400, employs a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tendering process has reached the award stage, with K G Burns Consultancy Ltd securing the contract. The contract started on 1st April 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2027, encompassing several regions including the North East, North West, and parts of England such as London and the South East.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, especially for SMEs in the consultancy sector. Companies with expertise in SEND advisory services are particularly well-suited for such contracts, given the specialized nature of the service. The procurement, managed by the Department for Education, provides a dynamic platform for businesses seeking to expand their footprints within the public sector, specifically targeting educational advisory roles across diverse geographic locations. Through this contract, businesses can demonstrate their capacity to fulfil government needs and enhance their profile in the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SEND Adviser Contract Blackpool, Bury & Wirral (con_31523)

Notice Description

A contract for provision of SEND advisory services to Blackpool, Bury & Wirral

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3f7795f-1f12-4953-853d-755accf35436
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£86,400 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£86,400 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

K G BURNS CONSULTANCY

Further Information

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