Scope
Description
The London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham is undertaking an open procurement for the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Service (SEND IASS). This statutory service provides impartial, confidential support to children and young people with SEND, and their families, empowering them to participate in decisions affecting their education and wellbeing.
Total value (estimated)
- £578,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2026 to 31 March 2031
- Possible extension to 31 March 2033
- 6 years, 7 months
Description of possible extension:
There is an optional extension of up to two years.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UKI33 - Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
20 January 2026, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
5 February 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Suppliers are requested to register on the capitalEsourcing tender portal to access the tender. https://www.capitalesourcing.com
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Technical | Quality | 60% |
| Commercial | Price | 40% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
London Borough of Hammersmith and Fuham (LBHF)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHTW-6333-BQGD
Town Hall, King Street
London
W6 9JU
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@lbhf.gov.uk
Region: UKI33 - Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government