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SEND Adviser Contract: Liverpool, Warrington & Bolton (con_30718)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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06 Mar 2026 at 18:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has completed an award process for the SEND Adviser Contract covering Liverpool, Warrington, and Bolton. The process was initiated under a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and falls within the "Education and training services" industry category. The contract period commenced on 1st January 2026 and will end on 31st March 2026, covering numerous regions, including the North West and London. The procurement is categorised under the services sector, and although the award status is active, the procurement itself is complete, with key documentation published on 6th March 2026.

This tender opens up significant opportunities for businesses within the education and training sector, particularly those capable of offering SEND advisory services. SMEs are encouraged to compete for similar contracts in the future, as the Department for Education has expressed suitability for such enterprises. The awarded contract, valued at £10,800, showcases the potential for specialized service providers to engage with government departments for advisory roles, enhancing their market presence and expertise in SEND services. Businesses focusing on growth in regions like London and the North West can leverage similar public procurement contracts to expand their reach and build relationships with government agencies.

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Notice Title

SEND Adviser Contract: Liverpool, Warrington & Bolton (con_30718)

Notice Description

A contract for provision of SEND advisory services to Liverpool, Warrington & Bolton

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a9c2a684-f13a-4346-a124-8c983117582c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a290149d-0abf-4b86-9bd6-08d0cbfdd38f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,800 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,800 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

MARK PATTON

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