---
title: "Sheffield's SEND Local offer (Digital)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05eac5"
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# Sheffield's SEND Local offer (Digital)

Buyer: SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05eac5

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## Summary

The current procurement process initiated by Sheffield City Council calls for a digital transformation of Sheffield’s SEND (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities) Local Offer. This process is a vital part of compliance with the Children & Families Act 2014, which requires local authorities in England to regularly consult with children, young people, parents, and providers. Classified under the service industry, the project involves research, development, and consulting services, particularly in business, management, and equal opportunities. The open competition procurement method is adopted, with the tender submission closing on 11th December 2025. The project is valued at £36,000, with the contract scheduled to commence on 12th January 2026, and conclude by 20th February 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in digital consulting and development, particularly those with expertise in the education and social services sectors. Businesses can leverage this to expand their portfolio by co-creating digital solutions that enhance service accessibility and efficiency for the community of Sheffield. The tender's weightage on quality over price indicates a focus on high-value, innovative solutions that align with the educational and social goals of the community.

## Notice

As part of the Children & Families Act 2014 the SEND Local Offer is a statutory requirement for all Local Authorities in England. The SEND Code of Practice 4.3 states "the Local Offer should not simply be a directory of existing services. Its success depends as much upon full engagement with children, young people and their parents as on the information it contains. The process of developing the Local Offer will help local authorities and their health partners to improve provision." Local Authorities must consult with children, young people, parents, and providers when developing and reviewing their Local Offer. Sheffield City Council needs a set of Digital User Requirements through co-design with children & young people, families, and providers to inform the development of a transformed digital Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) Local Offer.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077940-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Jan 2026 - 20 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | £30,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S1 2HH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE32 Sheffield |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
- 98200000 - Equal opportunities consultancy services

## Release History

- 28 Nov 2025 at 09:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077940-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077940-2025
  28th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://sheffield.gov.uk
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=100411&TID105663&B=
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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