Tender

BT1378 Send Mediation

LUTON COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Aug 2021 at 14:40

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Luton Council is currently seeking tenders for the project titled "BT1378 Send Mediation," aimed at enhancing mediation services in the primary education sector. This procurement, classified under the CPV code for primary education services, is set to take place in Luton, England. The tender is in the planning stage, with submissions due by 26th August 2021, and anticipates a contract period commencing on 3rd October 2021 and concluding on 30th September 2023. The total estimated value of this contract is £21,185, and it requires a package of ten mediation sessions annually to ensure adequate support for service demands.

This opportunity is ideal for organisations that specialise in dispute resolution and mediation services, particularly those with experience in educational settings and an understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) legislation. Businesses positioned to offer impartial, high-quality mediation with independently skilled facilitators will find this tender well-suited for growth. By responding to this call, companies can enhance their visibility within the local education sector while contributing positively to conflict resolution processes involving parents, carers, and young people.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BT1378 Send Mediation

Notice Description

Previously we have accessed a core package of 5 mediation sessions per annum but this is no longer sufficient for service needs. A package of 10 is required in order to meet service demands. The dispute resolution and mediation service should facilitate discussion between both/ all parties in order to assist in the resolving of issues. There should be a confidentiality agreement in place between all parties. The mediation service should also engage directly in discussion parent/ carers and young people to adhere to the mediation requirements as set out in the Code of Practice (January 2015). The service should ensure that the service is delivered in a timely manner and that a mediation certificate is provided to parents/ carers and young people if requested so that they can pursue an appeal to the SEN tribunal should they consider it appropriate to do so. The Dispute resolution/ mediation service should (COP Section 11.11): -be of high standard -be impartial -provide facilitators, who are independent with appropriate skills and expertise in dispute resolution; have an understanding in SEND processes, procedures and legislation; have no role in the decisions taken for a particular case; maintain confidentiality; carry out processes quickly and to a timetable carried out by all parties. -establish protocols and mechanisms for referring parents and young people and provide support for access -establish a service agreement setting out appropriate standards -seek feedback from the service to inform and influence LA and provider decisions on SEN policies, procedures and practices. Venues for mediation should ensure appropriate confidentiality can be maintained for all parties. The delivery/ timing of the service will be dependent on requests received by parents, carers and/ or young people. It is anticipated that there will be approximately 10 sessions over the course of a year. Sessions should allow up to 3 hours to ensure all matters are considered.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4573cd3d-279a-4343-a965-0e843056cd27
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80100000 - Primary education services

80200000 - Secondary education services

80300000 - Higher education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£21,185 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Oct 2021 - 30 Sep 2023 1-2 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
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Amanda Clark
Contact Email
amanda.clark@luton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1582546856

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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