---
title: "Independent SEND Mediation and Dispute Resolution Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a7fa"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON"
published: "2026-05-28"
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# Independent SEND Mediation and Dispute Resolution Service

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a7fa

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## Summary

The London Borough of Hillingdon has awarded a contract for an "Independent SEND Mediation and Dispute Resolution Service" to address obligations under the Children and Families Act and the SEND Code of Practice 2014. The procurement process took place under a direct procurement method, below threshold and without competition, known as the "light touch" regime. The service is classified under the health and social work services category. The contract, valued at GBP 195,120 gross, has been signed with GLOBAL MEDIATION LIMITED and is scheduled to run from 28 May 2026 to 30 September 2026, with an option to extend until 31 March 2027, to ensure continuity of services during a competitive tender process. The procurement stage is marked as complete, and the involved parties are located in Uxbridge, UK.

This contract presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social work services, particularly those capable of providing SEND mediation and dispute resolution. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) such as GLOBAL MEDIATION LIMITED, which was awarded this contract, exemplify the type of business that is well-suited to participate in similar procurements. The possibility of contract renewal or extension also opens further opportunities for businesses to establish long-term relationships with public authorities like the London Borough of Hillingdon. Businesses expanding or aiming to enter this industry sector should take note of such procurement processes to enhance their growth and service offerings.

## Notice

In line with the Children and Families Act and SEND Code of Practice 2014, the London Borough of Hillingdon is required to commission the services of an independent mediation and dispute resolution service. The contract commenced on 1 April 2026 for an initial period of six months, with the option to extend up to a further six months. It was awarded to ensure continuity of SEND mediation services while a competitive tender process is undertaken.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050453-2026 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 May 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £162,600 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON |
| Locality | UXBRIDGE |
| Post town | Southall |
| Postcode | UB8 1UW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon |
| Local authority | Hillingdon |
| Electoral ward | Uxbridge |
| Westminster constituency | Uxbridge and South Ruislip |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GLOBAL MEDIATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 28 May 2026 at 14:44 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050453-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050453-2026
  28th May 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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