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Inclusion Services Framework - 369-NYC-CY

The North Yorkshire Council

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02 Oct 2026 at 10:03

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

North Yorkshire Council is seeking providers for an inclusion services framework supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including education outside school and post-16 support. Services are delivered across North Yorkshire. Seven lots cover face-to-face primary education, face-to-face secondary education, online education, therapeutic interventions, alternative and enrichment activities, post-16 provision, and targeted SEND improvement and workforce development. The education lots focus on national curriculum learning and helping pupils return to formal education. Therapeutic and enrichment services aim to support readiness for education and build resilience. The improvement lot includes workforce training, school and setting improvement, leadership support, inclusive curriculum development, work to improve outcomes and access, research and evaluation, and support for young people aged 16–25.

The buyer invited tenders through an open procedure for a multi-provider open framework. Bids were due by 2 November 2026 at 12:00, and enquiries by 22 October 2026 at 16:00; the stated award decision date was 18 January 2027. The framework period runs from 1 February 2027 to 31 August 2034. Its overall estimated value is £40 million, with lot estimates ranging from about £1.1 million to £19.2 million; these are demand-led estimates, and the council may allocate the overall value according to service demand. Placements may be awarded through mini-competitions or direct awards. For lots 1–6, evaluation gives 80% to SEND provision and reintegration, 10% to independence and social confidence, and 10% to social value. Lot 7 is scored 90% on improving SEND practice and 10% on social value.

The opportunity suits education providers able to deliver tailored one-to-one, two-to-one or small-group support, either face to face or online, and organisations offering specialist therapies, enrichment activities or post-16 pathways. Relevant capabilities include SEND expertise, safeguarding-aware practice, individualised provision and helping learners build independence and return to education. Secondary, online, enrichment and post-16 providers may need access to an appropriate exam centre or registration as one where exam preparation and delivery apply. Lot 7 is suited to SEND practitioners and organisations with demonstrable expertise in staff development, inclusive practice, school improvement, leadership, curriculum design, outcomes, access, research or transition to adulthood. Small and medium-sized businesses are identified as suitable across all lots; voluntary, community and social enterprises are also identified as suitable for lots 1, 2, 5 and 7. The framework offers no guaranteed volume of work.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Inclusion Services Framework - 369-NYC-CY

Notice Description

North Yorkshire Council (the "Authority") invites tenders for appointment to a multi provider Inclusion Services Open Framework. The open framework will support the delivery of high quality, needs led provision for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including those requiring Education Other Than at School (EOTAS) and post16 support. This open framework aims to establish an efficient and quality assured method of procuring provision aligned with statutory duties under: * The Children and Families Act 2014 * SEND Code of Practice: 0-25 years * Procurement Act 2023 / Public Contracts Regulations 2015 * Relevant safeguarding legislation This open framework supports the Authorities Local Area SEND Strategy and High Needs Block (HNB) Transformation Programme. The open framework is divided into seven lots, covering the diverse needs of children and young people across North Yorkshire. * Lot 1 - Primary In-person Education (KS1/KS2) * Lot 2 - Secondary In-person Education (KS3/KS4) * Lot 3 - Online Education * Lot 4 - Therapeutic Interventions * Lot 5 - Alternative and Enrichment Activities * Lot 6 - Post-16 Provision * Lot 7 - Targeted SEND Improvement and Workforce Development Services Preliminary market engagement has been carried out. Information is available at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041427-2025 Notice identifier: 2025/S 000-041427 Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-05626b The notice was unable to be linked due to the inclusion of Lots at tender stage following market engagement. Original Framework Tender Notice Identifier: 2026/S 000-032967 Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-068056

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Primary In-person Education (KS1/KS2)

Primary (KS1 and KS2) - This Alternative Provision (Education) Service must provide face-to-face tuition in a 1:1, 2:1, or small group setting. This can take place in but is not necessarily limited to: - * A Risk Assessed Venue (sourced by the provider upon request) * The Family Home * The Providers registered address The education will focus on achieving KS1 and KS2 outcomes based on National Curriculum subjects, ensuring children and young people are prepared for successful re-integration into formal education. Further information regarding the National Curriculum subjects can be found here: National curriculum - GOV.UK

Lot 2 - Secondary In-person Education (KS3/KS4)

Secondary (KS3 and KS4) - This Alternative Provision (Education) Service must provide face-to-face tuition in a 1:1, 2:1, or small group setting. This can take place in but is not necessarily limited to: - * A Risk Assessed Venue (sourced by the provider upon request) * The Family Home * The Providers registered address The education will focus on achieving KS3 and KS4 outcomes based on National Curriculum subjects, ensuring young people are ready for successful re-integration into formal education. Further information regarding the National Curriculum subjects can be found here: National curriculum - GOV.UK. Where appropriate, the pricing model should include all aspects of exam preparation and delivery, and providers must have access to, or be registered as, an appropriate exam centre.

Lot 3 - Online Education

Primary (KS1 and KS2) or Secondary (KS3 and KS4) Provision - This includes 1:1 or small groups, encompassing both accredited and unaccredited online schools. Sessions will focus on achieving relevant Key Stage outcomes based on National Curriculum subjects, ensuring young people are prepared for successful re-integration into education. Further information regarding the National Curriculum subjects can be found here: National curriculum - GOV.UK. Where appropriate, the pricing model should include all aspects of exam preparation and delivery, and providers must have access to, or be registered as, an appropriate exam centre.

Lot 4 - Therapeutic Interventions

Primary or Secondary Provision - This includes 1:1 or small group settings, offering a range of therapeutic sessions such as but not necessarily limited to: - * Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT) * Occupational Therapy (OT) * Physiotherapy * Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) * Play Therapy * Art Therapy * Music Therapy * Drama Therapy * Equine-Assisted Therapy * Animal-Assisted Therapy (e.g., dogs, small animals) * Creative Arts Psychotherapy * Clinical or Counselling Psychology Sessions * Trauma-Informed Therapeutic Support * Somatic or Sensory Integration Therapy * Mindfulness-Based Interventions * Therapeutic Youth Work * Behavioural Therapy / Behaviour Regulation Support * Social Skills Therapeutic Groups * Play Therapy * Individual Psychotherapy * Behaviour Modification * Cognitive Therapy * Trauma Informed Therapy * Attachment Focussed Therapy * Creative Arts Therapies * Multi systemic therapy * Dyadic Development Psychotherapy (DDP) * Counselling * Training * Equine Therapy * Theraplay Informed Practice * Anger Management These sessions will focus on ensuring children and young people are ready for successful re-integration into education.

Lot 5 - Alternative and Enrichment Activities

Primary or Secondary Provision - This includes 1:1 or small group settings, providing enrichment activities such as but not necessarily limited to: - * Forest Schools * Vocational Skills * Animal based activities These sessions aim to enhance the child or young person's experience and build resilience, ensuring they are ready for successful re-integration into education. Where appropriate, the pricing model should include all aspects of exam preparation and delivery, and providers must have access to, or be registered as, an appropriate exam centre.

Lot 6 - Post-16 Provision

Post-16 (KS5) Provision - This includes 1:1 or small group settings, providing face-to-face or online tuition with an education focus, therapeutic sessions or enrichment. These sessions aim to enhance the young person's experience and build resilience, ensuring they are ready for successful re-integration into an educational pathway. Where appropriate, the pricing model should include all aspects of exam preparation and delivery, and providers must have access to, or be registered as, an appropriate exam centre. Please note this does not include Ofsted registered Specialist Post-16 Institutes (SPI).

Lot 7 - Targeted SEND Improvement and Workforce Development Services

Providers and specialist SEND practitioners delivering targeted services to raise standards, promote inclusive practice and improve outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This Lot may include providers able to deliver one or more service types detailed below for children and young people from early years through to post 16 education, up to the age of 25. 1. Workforce Development, Training and Skills Providers Organisations delivering training or professional development to improve workforce capability in SEND and inclusive practice. Examples may include: * SEND specific workforce training programmes * SENCO development and supervision * Coaching or mentoring for teaching, support or pastoral staff * Multi disciplinary workforce training (education, health, social care) * Post 16 workforce training linked to Supporting Preparation for Adulthood 2. School and Setting Improvement Services Providers supporting improvements in SEND systems, processes and inclusive practice within education or post 16 settings. Examples may include: * SEND audits or diagnostic reviews * Targeted improvement support for individual schools or colleges * Locality based or cluster improvement programmes * Support to embed inclusive quality first teaching * Improvement support following inspection or review outcomes 3. Leadership and Governance Support Services Providers delivering leadership, management and governance support in relation to SEND and inclusion. Examples may include: * SEND leadership development programmes * Executive or senior leadership coaching * Governance training related to SEND duties and responsibilities * Strategic support for SEND improvement planning * Interim leadership or advisory capacity 4. Curriculum Development and Inclusive Practice Services Organisations supporting curriculum design, development and delivery to improve access and outcomes for learners with SEND. Examples may include: * Adaptation of curriculum pathways for learners with SEND * Development of alternative or inclusive curricula * Transition curriculum design (e.g. KS4-post 16) * Curriculum support for engagement or re engagement * Advice on flexible or personalised learning pathways 5. Pupil Outcomes and Inequality Reduction Services Providers focused on improving outcomes and reducing disparities between groups of children and young people. Examples may include: * Attainment, progress or engagement improvement programmes * Attendance and persistent absence reduction initiatives * Support addressing disproportionality (e.g. exclusion, suspension) * Wellbeing and resilience focused outcome programmes * Targeted support for vulnerable or marginalised cohorts 6. Services Addressing Barriers to Access and Inclusion Providers delivering services that mitigate practical or systemic barriers impacting access to education and provision. Examples may include: * Enablement or access related support services * Resource based support to improve participation * Solutions addressing attendance or access challenges * Support during placement transition or reintegration * Practical interventions supporting equitable access to provision 7. Research, Evaluation and Innovation Services Providers specialising in research informed practice and the development or testing of innovative approaches. Examples may include: * Evaluation of SEND interventions or programmes * Piloting of new or emerging inclusive practices * Evidence based research linked to SEND priorities * Co production and testing of innovative delivery models * Development of impact measurement frameworks 8. Post 16 and Preparing for Adulthood Services Providers delivering services to support young people aged 16-25 with SEND in transition to adulthood. Examples may include: * Transition planning and support services * Skills development linked to employment or independence * Training for staff supporting young adults with SEND * Post 16 engagement or retention support * Services aligned to Preparing for Adulthood outcomes

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-077f4e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/093154-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80100000 - Primary education services

80200000 - Secondary education services

80300000 - Higher education services

80340000 - Special education services

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£33,333,333 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£33,333,330 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
2 Nov 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2027 - 31 Aug 2034 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The North Yorkshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHALLERTON
Postcode
DL7 8AD
Postcode Area
Darlington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE22 North Yorkshire
Delivery Location
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Local Authority
North Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Romanby
Westminster Constituency
Richmond and Northallerton

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