--- title: "Education Health and Care Plan Writing" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9b3ecfcb-35cb-4420-9474-ff554d7e350e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b3ecfcb-35cb-4420-9474-ff554d7e350e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b3ecfcb-35cb-4420-9474-ff554d7e350e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b3ecfcb-35cb-4420-9474-ff554d7e350e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2024-08-16" --- # Education Health and Care Plan Writing Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9b3ecfcb-35cb-4420-9474-ff554d7e350e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b3ecfcb-35cb-4420-9474-ff554d7e350e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b3ecfcb-35cb-4420-9474-ff554d7e350e.json) ## Summary Norfolk County Council is seeking providers for an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) Writing service aimed at supporting professionals responsible for children and young people with special educational needs. The service, classified under social services (CPV code 85320000), will act as an overflow solution during peak times or when internal staff are unavailable. Located in the East of England, the contract period extends from 14 October 2024 to 13 October 2027, with a tender submission deadline of 16 September 2024. This open procedure falls below the threshold and is particularly suitable for SMEs. This procurement offers significant growth potential for businesses experienced in providing educational and health planning services. Ideal candidates would be those familiar with non-AI-driven EHCP documentation and experienced in managing variable workloads. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) stand to benefit as the Council seeks flexibility and responsiveness during peak demands, allowing for opportunities to showcase their reliability and expertise in a critical public service domain. ## Notice Norfolk County Council requires an EHCP (Education, Health, and Care Plan) writing service to professionals directly responsible for caring for and supporting children and young people (CYP) with special educational needs. The EHCP writing service provided will enable the professionals to meet their responsibilities to the child or young person. Bidders should note that the Council is not guaranteeing a level of work under this contract. The service is required as an "overflow" service for the Council i.e to cover demand at peak times and when absences within the internal team leads to a backlog. Bidders should note that the Council does not want plans being produced that use AI. Additional information: This procurement will be managed electronically via the Council's e-procurement system. To participate in this procurement, applicants must first be registered on the system at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles. Once registered you will be able to see the procurement project under the 'tenders' section and 'express an interest' to view the documentation. If you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system you can contact the In-tend support team by phoning +44 8442728810 or e-mailing support@in-tend.co.uk. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49765e0c-b619-4e1d-b34b-2c51399c42e3 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Aug 2024 | | Submission deadline | 16 Sep 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 14 Oct 2024 - 13 Oct 2027 | | 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 | 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 - 85320000 - Social services ## Release History - 16 Aug 2024 at 08:48 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49765e0c-b619-4e1d-b34b-2c51399c42e3 - 16 Aug 2024 at 08:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49765e0c-b619-4e1d-b34b-2c51399c42e3 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49765e0c-b619-4e1d-b34b-2c51399c42e3 16th August 2024 - Opportunity 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 - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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