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title: "SEND Mediation and Disagreement Resolution"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-01-24"
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# SEND Mediation and Disagreement Resolution

Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3514d2a1-de78-4f4e-8487-478883ae693a

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## Summary

Norfolk County Council is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "SEND Mediation and Disagreement Resolution". The contract, which falls under the industry category of Health and Social Work Services (CPV code 85000000), is due to replace the existing one ending on 31st August 2025. The new contract is set to commence on 1st September 2025. Key dates include an engagement end date on 24th April 2025. This procurement process involves service delivery across various locations, including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, British Overseas Territories, Europe, and the Rest of the World. The main point of contact for this tender is Sarah-Louise Harrington from Norfolk County Council.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for organisations specialising in mediation and social work services. The procurement seeks entities capable of providing mediation and disagreement resolution for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), a niche yet crucial field. Firms with experience in delivering similar services within the specified regions would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender could enhance an organisation's portfolio and expand its service reach within the health and social work sector.

## Notice

Norfolk County Council's (NCC) contract for the provision of SEND Mediation and Disagreement Resolution is due to end on 31st August 2025. The Council is currently scoping its requirements for a new contract to commence on 1st September 2025. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1515cbd-7010-4a75-b606-c687d047f6d5 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 24 Apr 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORFOLK |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR1 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Lakenham |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 24 Jan 2025 at 09:52 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1515cbd-7010-4a75-b606-c687d047f6d5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1515cbd-7010-4a75-b606-c687d047f6d5
  24th January 2025 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.norfolk.gov.uk

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