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Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Technology

YPO

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03 Jul 2026 at 14:22

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO) is in the planning stages of a significant public procurement framework aimed at Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Technology. The procurement, initiated on 3rd July 2026, is intended to establish a comprehensive framework to supply various goods and services, such as devices for the disabled, software packages, and special education services. Located in Wakefield, YPO serves the sub-central government sector and anticipates suppliers across the UK, Isle of Man, Guernsey, and Jersey to be interested. A preliminary market engagement notice has been published to gather supplier insights, with a due date for responses on 29th October 2026. The commencement of the contract is scheduled for 29th March 2027, with a conclusion on 28th March 2035, thus providing a substantial timeframe for supplier engagement.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses operating in the technology and educational equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in solutions for individuals with disabilities. SMEs and VCSEs are especially encouraged to participate, as the framework supports diverse supplier types and promotes inclusivity. The estimated value of the contract is £50 million, indicating a substantial business potential for companies capable of delivering high-quality technology and educational services. Businesses that can contribute innovative solutions aligned with public sector needs will find this tender a valuable chance to expand their market presence and establish long-term partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Technology

Notice Description

YPO is seeking to establish a Framework which will be designed to provide a solution for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Technology for public sector use.

Planning Information

In order to gain further insight, YPO has issue a questionnaire to interested suppliers to understand the most effective structure, scope and specifications for this proposed Framework. The Questionnaire can be found here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=5M7sW2mYwkaQBOiw7IlGxLnwqy_sWPxEqT6CCS2mXnNUQlNSOEtTREszMkc2NVg4QUtTSUk4MTFCNC4u

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c386
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062838-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

48 - Software package and information systems

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

30230000 - Computer-related equipment

30231000 - Computer screens and consoles

32322000 - Multimedia equipment

32342100 - Headphones

33196200 - Devices for the disabled

39162100 - Teaching equipment

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48517000 - IT software package

80340000 - Special education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
13 Nov 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Mar 2027 - 28 Mar 2035 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
YPO
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WAKEFIELD
Postcode
WF2 0XE
Postcode Area
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wrenthorpe and Outwood West
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Further Information

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