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title: "SEND Careers Hub and Raising Aspirations Consultancy"
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# SEND Careers Hub and Raising Aspirations Consultancy

Buyer: WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c28f2b12-c71c-4b0e-80cb-75eb2788d5f4

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## Summary

The West Yorkshire Combined Authority is initiating the procurement process for the "SEND Careers Hub and Raising Aspirations Consultancy" project. This tender falls under the special education services industry category and is active as of 13th August 2019. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with a closing date for submissions set for 27th August 2019. The consultancy contract will run from 9th September 2019 to 31st August 2020, requiring 114 days of consultancy support, with a maximum daily rate of £500. Interested parties should act promptly to meet the deadline.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on educational consultancy and support services, particularly those experienced in special educational needs (SEN). Companies that can provide strategic guidance and localised outreach to enhance career aspirations for SEND individuals would align well with the authority's objectives. SMEs in these sectors are particularly encouraged to apply, as they may be well-suited to fulfil the advisory and representational roles required by the contract. With a total contract value of £59,000, this is an excellent chance for qualifying firms to expand their portfolio and demonstrate their expertise in education and careers consultancy.

## Notice

We are seeking to appoint an education consultant to: o Provide support to the SEND Careers Hub and other funded projects as directed by West Yorkshire Combined Authority. o Act as an Ambassador for the SEND Careers Hub and Raising Aspirations Pilot locally, regionally and nationally. o Help to share learning from the pilot at local, regional and national events for education, careers and employers, presenting on findings where applicable. The named point of contact will work on the SEND Careers Hub and other projects for a total of 114 days from September 2019 - August 2020. To cover 114 days of support to the projects (max ?500 per day), 3 days per week for 38 weeks during the academic year. Additional information: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westyorkshireCA/aspx/ https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westyorkshireCA/aspx/ To register click the following link and then click the 'Register' button - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westyorkshireca/aspx/Home When quotes/tenders become available, hover over 'Tenders' then 'Current'. Scroll down to the project and click 'View Details' and then 'Express interest'. There will be a tab called 'Quotation/Invitation to tender' and from here you will be able to download the documents. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f82ad6c8-32a2-4da7-bc81-c1764af0d15d |
| 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 | 13 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Aug 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Sep 2019 - 31 Aug 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £59,000 |
| 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 | WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | WEST YORKSHIRE |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 2DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 80340000 - Special education services
- 80410000 - Various school services
- 98200000 - Equal opportunities consultancy services

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2019 at 15:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f82ad6c8-32a2-4da7-bc81-c1764af0d15d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f82ad6c8-32a2-4da7-bc81-c1764af0d15d
  13th August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westyorkshireCA/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westyorkshireca/aspx/Home

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