Summary of the contracting process

Oldham Council has initiated a tender for the "SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)" aimed at children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their parents/carers, as required by the Children and Families Act 2014. The procurement is in the active stage and follows an open procedure (above threshold) under the classification of Health and social work services (CPV: 85000000). Offers should be submitted by 24th October 2024, with the contract set to begin on 1st April 2025 and run until 31st March 2032. This initiative, valued at £805,000, will require services to be delivered across England and primarily focuses on providing impartial, confidential, and accurate information, advice, and support about education, health, and social care related to SEND.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social work services, particularly those with experience in supporting SEND populations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to apply. The contract seeks a lead provider capable of delivering high-quality advocacy support, promoting independence and self-advocacy among children, young people, and their parents. Businesses equipped to meet the key performance indicators (KPIs) and outcomes outlined in the specification stand to benefit considerably from this contract, providing a platform for growth and enhanced reputation within the public service sector.

Tender

SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)

OLDHAM COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

23rd September 2024 16:53:38 PM

Tender Deadline

24th October 2024 11:00:00 AM Expired
Contract Summary

The Children and Families Act 2014 requires Local Authorities to arrange for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) for whom they are responsible, and their parents/carers. Oldham are seeking to commission a SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) to provide free, impartial, confidential and accurate information, advice and support about education, health and social care for children, young people aged 0-25 and their parents on matters relating to special educational needs and disability. The provision of information, advice, and support should help to promote independence and self-advocacy for children, young people and parents. Oldham are seeking to work with a lead provider who will deliver a high-quality service that provides advocacy support for individual children, young people, and parents that empowers them to express their views and wishes and helps them to understand and exercise their rights in all SEND matters. The provider must meet all KPI's and outcomes outlined within the specification.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-9d1908c8-d901-4954-ae7a-7bdc651a5311

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure (above Threshold)

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME VCSE

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

85000000
85300000

CPV Division(s)

85 - Health and social work services
Awarding Authority

OLDHAM COUNCIL

Buyer Name

James England

Buyer Email

James.England@Oldham.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 1617702039

Buyer Address

Civic Centre, Level 11, West Street,

Oldham

OL1 1UT

England

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SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)

OLDHAM COUNCIL

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