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Consultancy Contract - Strategic SEND Coproduction Partner

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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14 Apr 2025 at 08:31

Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council has completed the procurement process for a consultancy contract titled "Consultancy Contract - Strategic SEND Coproduction Partner". This contract, related to general management consultancy services in the sub-central government sector, is located in Ipswich, UK (UKH14). The procurement was executed through a direct method, below the threshold and without competition, with Sophie Martin Consulting being awarded the contract. The key dates include a contract start date of 28 March 2025, and an end date of 27 March 2026, with a possible six-month extension period.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for large consultancy firms capable of providing strategic guidance in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Businesses in the general management consultancy industry, particularly those experienced in educational and governmental consultancy, stand to benefit significantly from such contracts. By securing partnerships with local government bodies like Suffolk County Council, businesses can enhance their portfolios, gain valuable public sector experience, and increase their credibility in the industry.

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Notice Title

Consultancy Contract - Strategic SEND Coproduction Partner

Notice Description

One year consultancy contract for a Strategic SEND Coproduction Partner, with an optional 6-month extension period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050217
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014819-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£144,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
28 Mar 2025 - 27 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementbusinesssupport@suffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2BX
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOPHIE MARTIN CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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