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SENDIASS (Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND) Information, Advice and Support Service)

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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13 Dec 2022 at 14:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is conducting a procurement process for the provision of a SENDIASS (Special Education Needs and Disability Information, Advice and Support Service). The contract is expected to run for an initial term of three years from 1st April 2023 to 31st March 2026, with a possible one-year extension. The total value of the contract is estimated to be £375,000, with the option to further extend for an additional £125,000. The tender falls under the CPV classification for Welfare services for children and young people and Special education services. The procurement method is an open procedure with a tender period ending on 16th January 2023. The location of the service is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender by the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council presents an opportunity for businesses in the services sector specialising in welfare and special education to expand their operations. Companies with experience in providing information, advice, and support services to parents and carers of children with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities (SEND) would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Potential vendors should take note of the contract values and duration, the procurement method being an open procedure, and ensure compliance with the specified deadlines and requirements to enhance their chances of securing this lucrative opportunity for business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SENDIASS (Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND) Information, Advice and Support Service)

Notice Description

The purpose of this document is to set out the Council and the Integrated Care Board(ICB)'s requirements of an Information, Advice and Support Service for parents and carers of children and young people with a Special Educational Need or Disability (SEND) and young people who have a SEND. The Council and the ICB's vision is that parents and carers of children and young people with SEND have access to a high-quality information, advice and support service, which is widely respected as an impartial source of support. Sandwell Council approved the establishment of a SENDIASS service originally in October 2014. A service duly commenced in April 2015. Joint commissioning of the SENDIASS service between the Council and the Black Country ICB has been agreed from April 2023. Term of Contract The Council proposes to enter into a Contract for an initial term of Three (3) years with a possible extension of a further year, subject to provision of budget. The anticipated commencement date is 1st April 2023 to 31 March 2026. Value of Contract The anticipated annual value of the Contract for SENDIASS Services based on current budgetary provision is estimated to be in the region of PS125,000. The total maximum financial allocation is PS375,000.00 for the Three (3) years. The council will have the option to extend the contract for a further 12 months subject to good performance and funding. The maximum financial allocation for the 12 months extension will be PS125,000 for the period 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027. The entire duration of the Contract including the extension option is PS500,000. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78424598-dceb-4bbe-a1cd-f771f7887d6c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

80340000 - Special education services

85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Dec 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2023 - 31 Mar 2026 3-4 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
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3DB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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