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AI Drafting Tool For EHCP SEND Trial

SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL

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18 Feb 2026 at 14:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "AI Drafting Tool For EHCP SEND Trial" was conducted by Sheffield City Council, a sub-central government public authority based in Sheffield, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the industry category of software-related services in the UKE32 region. The procurement process reached the award stage on 18th February 2026, with the contract period starting on 1st March 2026 and scheduled to end on 31st August 2026, with a potential six-month extension until 28th February 2027. Conducted through a direct procurement method below the competition threshold, the aim is to improve the SEND Service's efficiency and quality using an AI drafting tool.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in software services, particularly those with expertise in AI technologies, to contribute to a government-led initiative. Imosphere Ltd, identified as a small to medium-sized enterprise, was awarded the contract without competition, highlighting opportunities for similar businesses to engage with public sector contracts that seek innovative solutions to service delivery challenges. Companies specialising in AI, software development, and service improvement solutions may find similar opportunities for collaboration and growth in enhancing public service operations. The procurement method implies the contract was awarded based on unique capabilities, offering insightful strategic growth paths for niche technology providers.

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Notice Title

AI Drafting Tool For EHCP SEND Trial

Notice Description

To drive service improvement, the SEND Service is seeking this tool to enhance the quality and speed of EHCP production. At this stage the service is looking to establish whether an AI drafting tool is suitable, secure and will improve their service.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06571f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014798-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20265 days ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 31 Aug 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
SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procuremen@sheffield.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01142734567

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2HH
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IMOSPHERE

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