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In order for the Department to make a decision on roll-out at the end of the trial, the evaluation will: * assess whether the extended powers were implemented as intended and whether they are deliverable and sustainable; * test processes/user-satisfaction and assess whether any changes to the process or policy need to be made; * provide indicative evidence on impact on children and young people with SEND and on commissioners and services; * assess any wider implications for the health and care sectors and the broader SEND system; and * review whether there are lessons for improving the SEND system to prevent and resolve disagreements. We are proposing a process and perception evaluation that will gather evidence on the implementation and effectiveness of the trial. The design and content of the evaluation will be co-produced with DfE policy experts and an external steering group. Contractors are invited to propose the most suitable study design, however, it is suggested that this uses a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods and includes the following: * A survey of appellants passing through the trial * Multi-method, multi-agency case studies * Cost case studies * A national LA and CCG survey * Statistical analysis of management information (MI) data collected by the Tribunal * Measuring case flow in traditional health and social care redress routes * Analysis of a sample of response to recommendations letters * An analysis drawing on all data sources to support a decision on making the trial permanent We expect applicants who are invited to submit a full tender to include advice on the most appropriate and cost-effective methodologies. 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