---
title: "Block Contracts for Independent Non-Maintained Special School Placements"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a295"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-26"
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# Block Contracts for Independent Non-Maintained Special School Placements

Buyer: LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a295

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## Summary

Lancashire County Council is planning a procurement process for "Block Contracts for Independent Non-Maintained Special School Placements," aimed at addressing immediate demand for these services. The process is currently in the planning stage, with detailed information released on 26th May 2026. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting special education, health, and social work services in the United Kingdom, particularly within the UKD4 region. The planned contract period is from 1st July 2026 to 31st May 2033. Interested parties should note the communication date for future notices is set for 30th June 2026. The procurement is underpinned by legal provisions from the UKPGA 2023/54 legislation and utilises the light touch regime.

This tender presents sizable business growth opportunities, especially for SMEs and VCSEs, given its suitability criteria. With an estimated value of £300 million, businesses specialising in special education services or health and social work sectors may find this contract particularly advantageous. The contract's long-term nature, spanning nearly seven years, further implies sustained growth potential. The process, managed by the Social Value Portal Ltd, promises ongoing support for social value deliverables, fostering an environment where businesses that emphasise social value can thrive. This opportunity is well-suited for organisations with the capacity to meet substantial service demands and contribute to the social value objectives outlined by the contracting authority.

## Notice

Interim Block Contracts for Independent Non-Maintained Special School Placements to meet immediate demand.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048394-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2033 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | SOCIAL VALUE PORTAL LTD |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR1 0LD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth |
| Local authority | Lambeth |
| Electoral ward | Vauxhall |
| Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green |
| Delivery location | TLD4 Lancashire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 80340000 - Special education services
- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 26 May 2026 at 08:00 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048394-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048394-2026
  26th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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