---
title: "Consultancy Contract - Strategic SEND Coproduction Partner"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050217"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-04-14"
---

# Consultancy Contract - Strategic SEND Coproduction Partner

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050217

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## Summary

Suffolk County Council has completed the procurement process for a consultancy contract titled "Consultancy Contract - Strategic SEND Coproduction Partner". This contract, related to general management consultancy services in the sub-central government sector, is located in Ipswich, UK (UKH14). The procurement was executed through a direct method, below the threshold and without competition, with Sophie Martin Consulting being awarded the contract. The key dates include a contract start date of 28 March 2025, and an end date of 27 March 2026, with a possible six-month extension period.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for large consultancy firms capable of providing strategic guidance in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Businesses in the general management consultancy industry, particularly those experienced in educational and governmental consultancy, stand to benefit significantly from such contracts. By securing partnerships with local government bodies like Suffolk County Council, businesses can enhance their portfolios, gain valuable public sector experience, and increase their credibility in the industry.

## Notice

One year consultancy contract for a Strategic SEND Coproduction Partner, with an optional 6-month extension period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014819-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Mar 2025 - 27 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £144,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOPHIE MARTIN CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79411000 - General management consultancy services

## Release History

- 14 Apr 2025 at 08:31 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014819-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014819-2025
  14th April 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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