---
title: "Consultancy plus contract Local SEND Reform Plan Consultancy"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a770"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-28"
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# Consultancy plus contract Local SEND Reform Plan Consultancy

Buyer: CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a770

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## Summary

The procurement process supervised by the City of Doncaster Council entails the award of a consultancy contract for the Local SEND Reform Plan Consultancy. This project, within the services industry category, was conducted to meet the national requirements set by the Department for Education. Located in Doncaster, the completion of this project was scheduled over a 12-week period with consultancy services provided by REED SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT LTD. The procurement method used was 'direct', following a 'below threshold - without competition' approach, with the contract valued grossly at £31,157.04. Relevant milestones were established with the contract starting on 28th May 2026 and concluding on 19th June 2027.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in research consultancy services. Companies that excel in educational consultancy, and those with an understanding of the local government's needs for educational reforms, would find this contract particularly appealing. Given that the procurement was conducted using a direct method with a straightforward delivery framework, consultancies with a history of rapid mobilisation and efficient delivery models have a competitive edge. This project not only contributes to public sector improvement but also fosters strong partnerships with sub-central government bodies, crucial for businesses eager to establish or expand their footprint in the public sector.

## Notice

The project will commission a consultant to support City of Doncaster Council in completing the Local SEND Reform Plan in line with the Department for Education (DfE) national requirements. Over a 12-week period, working three days per week.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050232-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award 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 | 28 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 28 May 2026 - 19 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,964 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL |
| Locality | DONCASTER |
| Post town | Doncaster |
| Postcode | DN1 3BU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE35 Doncaster |
| Local authority | Doncaster |
| Electoral ward | Town |
| Westminster constituency | Doncaster Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | REED SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 28 May 2026 at 11:03 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050232-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050232-2026
  28th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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