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title: "CON_28558, CON_28560, CON_28561, CON_28562, CON_28563, CON_28564, CON_28565, CON_28567 SEND- Senior Financial Advisers_LOT8"
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# CON_28558, CON_28560, CON_28561, CON_28562, CON_28563, CON_28564, CON_28565, CON_28567 SEND- Senior Financial Advisers_LOT8

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1dc506c6-4e71-44d1-8e86-62ca56d4964e

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## Summary

The procurement process spearheaded by the Department for Education involves appointing SEND Senior Financial Advisers aimed at supporting local authorities in managing their high needs systems effectively. The tender, titled "SEND - Senior Financial Advisers LOT8," falls under the financial consultancy services category with the CPV code 66171000. This contract is significant for entities involved in providing tailored financial advice, especially focusing on the management of the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The contract has been awarded as of 30th September 2025, with a contract period extending until 29th September 2026. The procurement was concluded through a selective method, using a call-off from a framework agreement. The process is in the award stage, carrying a total contract value of £1,126,125, distributed among multiple suppliers serving regions such as the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and other international areas.

This procurement offers considerable opportunities for businesses specializing in financial consultancy, particularly those experienced in educational financial management and SEND initiatives. The involvement of multiple large-scale suppliers such as Chris West Consultancy Services Ltd and Impact Change Solutions Ltd highlights the competitive landscape suited for established consultancy firms that can provide robust advisory services. The emphasis on sustainability and effective governance of educational funds presents growth potential for firms that can demonstrate expertise in managing public sector budgets and optimizing value for money. Additionally, with the project supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), there is an opportunity for diverse business participation, welcoming firms of various scales to engage in enhancing financial oversight and strategic planning for SEND-related initiatives across multiple regions.

## Notice

The Department wishes to appoint SEND Senior Financial Advisers to provide tailored advice and support to local authorities to effectively manage their high needs systems such that they sustainably deliver the best possible outcomes for their children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Advisers will work with local areas, providing a clear and sustained focus on the management of the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) and local SEND system to ensure the best available value for money. A total of eight SEND Senior Financial Advisers have been appointed, with a combined total contract value of PS1,126,125.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbd2ab59-1a19-4a62-bd4f-4e3b2610ebce |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2025 - 29 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £133,875 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,126,125 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3BT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 7 |
| Supplier names | CHRIS WEST CONSULTANCY SERVICES; DAVID NORTHEY; IMPACT CHANGE SOLUTIONS; JPBFENWAY CONSULTANCY; LANGBROOK FINANCE; PUTSHAM ASSOCIATES; WAJE CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services

### Codes

- 66171000 - Financial consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 Oct 2025 at 17:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbd2ab59-1a19-4a62-bd4f-4e3b2610ebce

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbd2ab59-1a19-4a62-bd4f-4e3b2610ebce
  30th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3c7d8a1b-94a7-4a7c-9192-3af86a3ba650
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