--- title: "SEND Mediation and Disagreement Resolution Advice, Meetings and Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3a3d922a-e3c8-4922-895b-767b7f051211" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3a3d922a-e3c8-4922-895b-767b7f051211" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3a3d922a-e3c8-4922-895b-767b7f051211.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3a3d922a-e3c8-4922-895b-767b7f051211.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN COUNCIL" published: "2020-12-22" --- # SEND Mediation and Disagreement Resolution Advice, Meetings and Services Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3a3d922a-e3c8-4922-895b-767b7f051211 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3a3d922a-e3c8-4922-895b-767b7f051211) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3a3d922a-e3c8-4922-895b-767b7f051211.json) ## Summary The London Borough of Camden is conducting a tender for the provision of SEND Mediation and Disagreement Resolution Advice, Meetings and Services. This procurement, classified under welfare services for children and young people, will be delivered on behalf of multiple local authorities in London, including Hackney, Enfield, Islington, and Haringey. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 12 noon on 25 January 2021. The contract will commence on 1 April 2021 and is anticipated to last for three years, with the possibility of two 12-month extensions through to March 2026. Submissions can be made by organisations that can facilitate face-to-face mediation meetings within the boroughs of the residents, ensuring accessibility. This tender offers substantial opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in mediation and support services for children and families. Businesses that have the capability to provide tailored, face-to-face services, in compliance with statutory regulations, will be well positioned to compete for this contract. The Pay As You Go model of service delivery further enables organisations to cater specifically to the varied needs of local authorities, potentially leading to ongoing partnerships and growth within the public sector. ## Notice The London Borough of Camden is leading the joint procurement of mediation services on behalf of London Borough of Hackney (Hackney Learning Trust), London Borough of Enfield, London Borough of Islington and London Borough of Haringey (commonly referred to as CHEIH). This service will be delivered in line with Council statutory obligations in relation to the Children and Families Act 2014 and associated Regulations and SEND Code of Practice. The service will be considered in two parts: Show less description Part 1: SEND Advice and Certification Service - Provision of advice and information and certificates. (Core service that all Councils will use) Part 2: Mediation and Disagreement Resolution meetings facilitated by a qualified SEND mediator and in line with statutory timescales and guidance. (Each Council will choose the type of service they require. This will be referred to as the Pay As You Go (PAYG) model as cost will be based on usage) It is imperative that face to face mediation or disagreement resolution meetings are held in the home borough of the resident to make it accessible to users. The new contract will be for an initial period of three (3) years from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2024, with an option of two extensions of up to 12 months each from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2026 (a total potential contract term of five (5 years). Additional information: This serves as a notice to Providers of SEND Mediation and Advice Services to contact stephen.spencer@camden.gov.uk to express their interest in participating in an Invitation to Quote process on behalf of Camden and four (4) other local authorities. Any organisation interested must be able to offer face to face mediation sessions in the home borough of the resident to make it accessible to users. The value proposed is indicative and elements of the service, including invoicing arrangements and costs will be confirmed during the mobilisation period. The closing date for all ITQ submissions is 12 noon on 25 January 2021. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2b23926-b4e4-48cb-b5af-843eb88bc058 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - Invitation to Quote (ITQ) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Dec 2020 | | Submission deadline | 25 Jan 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN COUNCIL | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | WC1H 9JE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden | | Local authority | Camden | | Electoral ward | King's Cross | | Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras | | Delivery location | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people ## Release History - 22 Dec 2020 at 15:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2b23926-b4e4-48cb-b5af-843eb88bc058 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2b23926-b4e4-48cb-b5af-843eb88bc058 22nd December 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6d2c0e1d-b7fd-42f4-bae7-f3a20600b0fc The attached document is for Information Purposes only and sets out the requirements of the service. To be included in the full Invitation to Quote (ITQ) process, please contact us for the Draft Contract for Services, Schedule 2 of the Contract for Services and the Pricing Schedule which is needed to complete your ITQ submission. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3a3d922a-e3c8-4922-895b-767b7f051211. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3a3d922a-e3c8-4922-895b-767b7f051211.json.