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title: "Enhancing mainstream SEND support: multi-agency working for effective assistive technology practice. (con_27147)"
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# Enhancing mainstream SEND support: multi-agency working for effective assistive technology practice. (con_27147)

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-89d97d2a-575e-4aa7-a30b-1f47c7778bb4

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## Summary

The Department for Education is leading a procurement process aimed at enhancing mainstream special educational needs and disability (SEND) support through a multi-agency working approach for effective assistive technology practices. The contract, valued at £44,727.25, falls under the research and development services and related consultancy services category. It covers multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including North East, North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, and others. The tender concluded on 6th February 2025, and the contract implementation period is from 13th February 2025 to 31st May 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in research and development services and consultancy within the educational sector. The call-off from a dynamic purchasing system allows targeted and selective procurement, ensuring that the process is fit for purpose and tailored to meet complex needs effectively. Businesses with expertise in assistive technology and experience in multi-agency collaboration will find this project an excellent opportunity to expand their portfolio and contribute to impactful educational support services.

## Notice

Enhancing mainstream SEND support: multi-agency working for effective assistive technology practice.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8566f6c1-fbfa-4482-9e05-ef45e664181f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 13 Feb 2025 - 31 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £44,727 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,727 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 2WD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IFF RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 21 Mar 2025 at 23:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8566f6c1-fbfa-4482-9e05-ef45e664181f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8566f6c1-fbfa-4482-9e05-ef45e664181f
  21st March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-education/about/procurement

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