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Invision 360

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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16 Apr 2026 at 08:53

Summary of the contracting process

Darlington Borough Council has concluded a procurement process for a tool titled "Invision 360", aimed to enhance EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) quality assurance and streamline the annual review process for children with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities). The procurement, classified under IT services such as consulting, software development, internet, and support, commenced on 24th September 2025 and is expected to complete by 30th September 2028. This direct procurement was conducted below the threshold and did not involve competition, reflecting a focused approach by the council located in Darlington, UKC13 region.

The awarded contract to INVISION SERVICES LIMITED presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in educational technology and AI solutions, especially those focusing on SEND-related software and support services. SMEs with expertise in developing high-quality, consistent outcomes in educational settings stand to benefit from such contracts, bolstering their portfolio and credibility in the public sector. The contract value of £60,000, with a gross amount of £72,000, highlights the commitment to investing in innovative solutions for public services, specifically in the education domain.

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Notice Title

Invision 360

Notice Description

Invision 360 is a tool that streamlines EHCP quality assurance (which is a priority inspection outcome for DBC), improve the quality of the annual review process, and create first-draft EHCPs in minutes with VITA AI. It delivers consistent, high-quality outcomes for children with SEND.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0683bc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034506-2026
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

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£60,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Sep 20257 months ago
Contract Period
23 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL1 5QT
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Park East
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INVISION SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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