SEND Disagreement Resolution and Mediation Services
Description: Rochdale Council and STAR Partner Authorities (Stockport, Tameside and Trafford) are looking to procure Mediation and Disagreement Resolution Services. The aim of the service is to provide a disagreement resolution and mediation service to enable the Councils to fulfil their statutory duties under the Children and Families Act 2014 and meet the requirements of associated guidance.
Summary: The procurement process for "SEND Disagreement Resolution and Mediation Services" is being managed by Rochdale Borough Council in conjunction with STAR Partner Authorities, including Stockport, Tameside, and Trafford Councils. This tender, identified by the reference number DN 799782, falls under the 'Health and Social Work Services' category and pertains to regions in the UK with the postal code area of UKD3. The process is currently at the 'Tender' stage with an open procurement method. Interested parties are required to submit their proposals by 16th February 2026, with the opportunity starting from 1st April 2026. The procurement is governed by the legal framework provided by the Children and Families Act 2014 and aims to equip councils with the services necessary to fulfil these statutory duties.