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title: "Independent (Special) School"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-166df2bc-3f4e-40e8-bc1f-392c6853c434"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-06-26"
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# Independent (Special) School

Buyer: LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-166df2bc-3f4e-40e8-bc1f-392c6853c434

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## Summary

The tender process for the Independent (Special) School service titled "Edge of Care, Children in Care and Placements" is currently active and initiated by Lincolnshire County Council. As of 26th June 2025, this procurement is reaching the Tender stage. The procurement caters to the Education and Training Services industry, with a focus on service delivery in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. Interested parties should note the tender period ends on 2nd September 2025, with the contract scheduled to start on 3rd September 2025 and run until 31st March 2029. Lincolnshire County Council, located in Lincoln, UK, is managing the process, offering a contract valued at £275,705.79. The procurement offers a conducive setup for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within this service category.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in education and training services to expand their business footprint, particularly those capable of providing specialised services for children in care and placements. Given the long-term contract duration, businesses that can deliver consistent, high-quality services and navigate the nuances of care placements would be well-suited to compete. The procurement method is categorised under "Other", which implies flexibility and an accessible entry point for innovative service providers. Businesses looking to enhance their market presence in the East Midlands and integrate expertise in children's care services will find this tender to be a strategic entry path for growth and development.

## Notice

Edge of Care, Children in Care and Placements

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdde9355-ab8d-4f86-b90a-65ab5f90799e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £275,705 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LINCOLN |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN1 1YL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC |
| Local authority | Lincoln |
| Electoral ward | Carholme |
| Westminster constituency | Lincoln |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 26 Jun 2025 at 11:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdde9355-ab8d-4f86-b90a-65ab5f90799e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdde9355-ab8d-4f86-b90a-65ab5f90799e
  26th June 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk

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