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SEND Adviser Lancashire (con_31551)

Department for Education

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20 May 2026 at 18:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has awarded a contract for providing Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) advisory services in Lancashire. The procurement process, initiated as a call-off from a framework agreement, falls under the industry category of Business and Management Consultancy. The contract, valued at £43,200, was finalised on 31st March 2026 and spans a year starting from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027. The services will be delivered across various regions in the United Kingdom, including North East, North West, Yorkshire, East Midlands, West Midlands, and others. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, indicating a preference for specific suppliers who meet predetermined criteria.

This tender presents numerous opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in management consultancy and advisory services, particularly those with an interest in educational consulting. Organisations with expertise in delivering tailored advisory services to educational departments may find this contract valuable for demonstrating their capabilities and enhancing their portfolio. The emphasis on SME suitability suggests that the procurement process is designed to encourage participation from smaller businesses, making it an attractive proposition for those seeking to expand their footprint within the public sector. The focused scope of SEND advisory services ensures that businesses with specialised knowledge and experience in educational needs are well-positioned to leverage this opportunity effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SEND Adviser Lancashire (con_31551)

Notice Description

A contract for provision of SEND advisory services to Lancashire

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6209d5ab-ea6f-42b1-88da-d6e9a55024c7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6cb3c5f2-8ca7-4bbc-94c2-036fa4c98449
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
£43,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£43,200 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20265 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 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
Postcode Area
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

Cath Hitchen Consultancy Ltd

Further Information

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