Bespoke Inclusion Bases Training

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Notice Title

Bespoke Inclusion Bases Training

Notice Description

As part of the Government's SEND reforms, Hartlepool Borough Council has committed, through its Local Area Inclusion Reform Plan, to strengthen inclusive mainstream provision. The development of inclusion bases is identified as a key priority within this work. To support delivery, the Council is commissioning a bespoke two-day training programme focused on inclusion bases. This programme is offered by The Difference and is informed by research into effective internal alternative provision. The Difference were a leading partner in developing the Department for Education's (DfE) national inclusion guidance, which sets out recognised best practice for inclusion bases. Due to their unique involvement in producing this guidance and their specialist expertise, they are considered the most appropriate provider to deliver this training. The training will support schools to implement high-quality inclusion bases aligned with national expectations, contributing to improved inclusion and outcomes for pupils.

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Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID: ocds-h6vhtk-06caaf
Publication Source: Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066145-2026
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: 85 - Health and social work services
CPV Codes: 85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value: Not specified
Lots Value: Not specified
Awards Value: Not specified
Contracts Value: £12,750 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date: 14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline: Not specified
Future Notice Date: Not specified
Award Date: 28 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period: 31 Aug 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence: Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer: HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality: HARTLEPOOL
Postcode: TS24 8AY
Post Town: Cleveland
Country: England
Major Region (ITL 1): TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2): TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3): TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location: Not specified
Local Authority: Hartlepool
Electoral Ward: Victoria
Westminster Constituency: Hartlepool

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers: 1
Supplier Name: THE DIFFERENCE EDUCATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066145-2026
14th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

Notice URLs

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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