---
title: "SEND Mediation / Disagreement Resolution Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066394"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-05"
---

# SEND Mediation / Disagreement Resolution Service

Buyer: CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066394

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## Summary

Cheshire West and Chester Council has completed the procurement process for the provision of SEND Mediation and Disagreement Resolution services, with the contract awarded to Why Mediate Limited. Operating in the domain of social work and related services, this initiative is linked to public authority activities within the sub-central government. The contract, valued at £75,000, will commence on the 1st of April 2026 and is scheduled to end on the 31st of March 2029, with potential extensions available for up to two further years. This procurement falls under the 'light touch' regime, with an approach noted as 'below threshold - unknown'. The operational region for the service is the UKD region, ensuring focused local impact.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSE organisations involved in social services and consultancy. Why Mediate Limited, as a supplier, illustrates how SMEs can secure significant contracts under this procurement method, highlighting the versatility and adaptability necessary for success in the sector. Businesses with experience in social mediation services and a commitment to resolving disagreements effectively will find themselves well-positioned to compete in similar procurement opportunities, thus expanding their reach and enhancing service delivery within the specified geographical region.

## Notice

SEND Mediation and disagreement resolution service

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020141-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £75,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL |
| Locality | ELLESMERE PORT |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH65 0BA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Central & Grange |
| Westminster constituency | Ellesmere Port and Bromborough |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WHY MEDIATE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 5 Mar 2026 at 17:29 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020141-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020141-2026
  5th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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