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AT1419 - Re-opening of Educational Psychologists Associates approved Providers List

LUTON COUNCIL

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Award

27 Nov 2025 at 09:25

Tender

15 Sep 2025 at 08:23

Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council has completed an open procurement process seeking to expand its list of approved providers for associate Educational Psychologists. This tender, titled "AT1419 - Re-opening of Educational Psychologists Associates approved Providers List," falls under the industry category of health and social work services. The process was aimed at addressing the growing demand for educational psychology services, particularly in supporting Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments. This procurement procedure was carried out through an open method, with submissions initially closing on 14th October 2025 and an active award recorded on 20th November 2025. The services were intended to be delivered within the UKH region, with Luton Council facilitating the process as the buying organisation. The procurement stage had successfully moved to the award phase, with the High Court of Justice emerging as an active supplier. The contract period is set to commence on 22nd December 2025, extending till 22nd July 2030.

This tender presented a valuable opportunity for providers specialising in educational and health-related services, particularly those capable of delivering both remote and face-to-face solutions. Businesses with expertise in educational psychology and a focus on health and social work services are well-suited to support the council's objectives. The open procedure allowed for a competitive submission environment, particularly favouring quality over price, as seen in the award criteria which strongly prioritised quality aspects. With no options for renewal and a significant contract value of £2,683,333.33, this procurement process offers a stable and impactful opportunity for suppliers to establish long-term relationships with Luton Council while contributing to the educational and psychological welfare of the youth in the area. This tender was especially beneficial for SMEs, indicated by full participation from small and medium-sized enterprises.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AT1419 - Re-opening of Educational Psychologists Associates approved Providers List

Notice Description

Luton council is seeking to increase the approved provider's list of associate Educational Phycologist.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Luton council is seeking to increase the approved provider's list created for Associate Educational Phycologist to deliver FP for EHCNA under DN762748.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0599e7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077502-2025
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
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,683,333 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Nov 20252 weeks ago
Contract Period
22 Dec 2025 - 22 Jul 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mrs Sal Rahman
Contact Email
saleha.rahman@luton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1582546846

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLH East (England)

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HIGH COURT OF JUSTICE

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