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title: "Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Technology"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c386"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "YORKSHIRE PURCHASING ORGANISATION"
published: "2026-07-03"
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# Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Technology

Buyer: YORKSHIRE PURCHASING ORGANISATION  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c386

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## Summary

The Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO) is in the planning stages of a significant public procurement framework aimed at Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Technology. The procurement, initiated on 3rd July 2026, is intended to establish a comprehensive framework to supply various goods and services, such as devices for the disabled, software packages, and special education services. Located in Wakefield, YPO serves the sub-central government sector and anticipates suppliers across the UK, Isle of Man, Guernsey, and Jersey to be interested. A preliminary market engagement notice has been published to gather supplier insights, with a due date for responses on 29th October 2026. The commencement of the contract is scheduled for 29th March 2027, with a conclusion on 28th March 2035, thus providing a substantial timeframe for supplier engagement.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses operating in the technology and educational equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in solutions for individuals with disabilities. SMEs and VCSEs are especially encouraged to participate, as the framework supports diverse supplier types and promotes inclusivity. The estimated value of the contract is £50 million, indicating a substantial business potential for companies capable of delivering high-quality technology and educational services. Businesses that can contribute innovative solutions aligned with public sector needs will find this tender a valuable chance to expand their market presence and establish long-term partnerships.

## Notice

YPO is seeking to establish a Framework which will be designed to provide a solution for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Technology for public sector use.

### Planning Information

In order to gain further insight, YPO has issue a questionnaire to interested suppliers to understand the most effective structure, scope and specifications for this proposed Framework.
The Questionnaire can be found here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=5M7sW2mYwkaQBOiw7IlGxLnwqy_sWPxEqT6CCS2mXnNUQlNSOEtTREszMkc2NVg4QUtTSUk4MTFCNC4u

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062838-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 3 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 13 Nov 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Mar 2027 - 28 Mar 2035 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | YORKSHIRE PURCHASING ORGANISATION |
| Locality | WAKEFIELD |
| Post town | Wakefield |
| Postcode | WF2 0XE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE45 Wakefield |
| Local authority | Wakefield |
| Electoral ward | Wrenthorpe and Outwood West |
| Westminster constituency | Wakefield and Rothwell |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies
- 30230000 - Computer-related equipment
- 30231000 - Computer screens and consoles
- 32322000 - Multimedia equipment
- 32342100 - Headphones
- 33196200 - Devices for the disabled
- 39162100 - Teaching equipment
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48517000 - IT software package
- 80340000 - Special education services

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2026 at 13:22 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062838-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062838-2026
  3rd July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=5M7sW2mYwkaQBOiw7IlGxLnwqy_sWPxEqT6CCS2mXnNUQlNSOEtTREszMkc2NVg4QUtTSUk4MTFCNC4u
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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