Tender

The SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)

THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WAKEFIELD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

16 Oct 2025 at 16:14

Planning

14 May 2025 at 10:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Council of the City of Wakefield is actively seeking submissions for the "SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)" tender under its open procurement process. This service, vital for children and young people aged 0-25 with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) within the Wakefield District, falls under the health and social work services category. With a procurement method marked by its open procedure, the tender currently stands in the active stage. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 10th November 2025, and the service will commence on 1st April 2026, continuing until 31st March 2030, with potential extension options of up to 24 months. The total contract value is estimated at £1,389,000 with a gross value of £1,666,800, ensuring a significant opportunity for the successful provider.

This tender offers prospective business entities, particularly those experienced in delivering health and social work services, a substantial opportunity for growth. Businesses that classify as Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) or Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to apply, indicating an inclusive approach to procurement. The tender’s focus on quality, social value, and price further highlights the opportunity for service providers adept in these areas. By engaging in this tender, a business can not only secure a long-term government contract but also play a pivotal role in serving the community, particularly supporting children and young people with SEND, thereby expanding their footprint in the public service sector.

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Notice Title

The SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)

Notice Description

The SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) is a statutory service jointly funded by Wakefield Council and Wakefield Integrated Care Board. The service is available to children/young people and the parents/carers of a child or a young person, who have, or may have, Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) aged 0-25 years who are living within the Wakefield District. The contract will run for an initial period of 4 years, commencing in April 2026 up to March 2030 with the option to extend for up to 24 months. The estimated annual contract value, during the initial period, is PS231,500.00

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option to extend for a further 24 months

Planning Information

Completed questionnaires and any accompanying information should be uploaded to the YORtender system (https://yortender.eu-supply.com) Any queries you may have regarding this process should be raised as a 'Discussion' through YORtender in sufficient time to allow the Council to formulate a response at least 5 working days before the due date for return of questionnaires The questionnaire must be submitted by 5pm on the 28th May 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0512e1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066074-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,389,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,389,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
28 May 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
2031-01-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WAKEFIELD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
zrobinson@wakefield.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WAKEFIELD
Postcode
WF1 2HQ
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
TLE45 Wakefield

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wakefield North
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

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