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2425-0002 Special Educational Needs and / or Disabilities, Information, Advice & Support Service (SENDIASS)

ISLINGTON COUNCIL

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Award

03 Mar 2025 at 11:12

Tender

18 Sep 2024 at 13:54

Summary of the contracting process

Islington Council has initiated a tender process for the provision of a Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities Information, Advice & Support Service (SENDIASS). This service will provide free, impartial, confidential, and accessible support concerning education, health, and social care matters related to Special Educational Needs (SEN) and disabilities (SEND). The contract, valued at £870,000 over 60 months, is set to begin on 1 April 2025, with key deadlines for expressions of interest and tender submissions set for 18 October 2024. This open procedure is governed by the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 under the light touch regime, ensuring transparent and equal treatment of all economic operators. The entire procurement process prioritises quality and social value with the final award based on the Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT) criteria (65% quality, 35% price).

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in welfare services for children, young people, and those offering guidance services, particularly those aligned with educational, health, and social care sectors. The contract is well-suited for organisations that can deliver high-quality, socially valuable services, particularly those that can provide responsive, multi-channel support, including over the phone, online, and face-to-face. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs), Social Enterprises, the Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS), and not-for-profit organisations are encouraged to participate. Successful bidders will contribute to creating a 'Fairer Islington,' ensuring that children, young people, and their families receive the necessary support to participate fully in decision-making processes related to SEN and disabilities.

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Notice Title

2425-0002 Special Educational Needs and / or Disabilities, Information, Advice & Support Service (SENDIASS)

Notice Description

This service offers free, impartial, confidential, and accessible information, advice, and support on Special Educational Needs (SEN) and/or disabilities (SEND), covering education, health, and social care. It includes guidance on the take-up and management of Personal Budgets. The service aims to empower children, parents, and young people with the necessary information and support to actively participate in decision-making processes. Compliance with Chapter 2 of the Statutory SEND Code of Practice, Section 32 of the Children and Families Act, and the National Minimum Standards is ensured.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Islington Council has awarded a contract for the Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities Information, Advice & Support Service (SENDIASS). This service will provide free, impartial, confidential, and accessible information, advice, and support on matters related to Special Educational Needs (SEN) and disabilities (SEND), including education, health, and social care. The contract, valued at PS870,000 over 60 months, was awarded based on the Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT) criteria, with a focus on quality and social value. The procurement process followed the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-049bed
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007639-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

85312310 - Guidance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£870,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£870,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£870,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ISLINGTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Strategic Procurement
Contact Email
procurement@islington.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N1 2UD
Post Town
North London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
St Mary's & St James'
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEARNING DISABILITY NETWORK LONDON (LDN LONDON

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