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Tender: Provision of SEND Mediation, Resolution and Disagreement Service – Cumberland Council (from 01 April 2026)

Released 11 months ago

Closed16 Jan 2026

Est. valueEstimate£50K to £170K

LocationNorth West

AgencyCumberland Council

SourceFind a Tender

CategoryConsultancy & Legal

Submissions closedClosed Fri, 16 Jan 2026

About

Cumberland Council is seeking a supplier for the provision of Mediation, Resolution and Disagreement Service for parents/carers of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), as required under the Children and Families Act 2014. The contract will commence on 01st April 2026 for a period of three years, with the potential for a contract extension of two X up to 12 months period depending on both the success in achieving the required outcomes and availability of further funding. The estimated maximum total value of the contract over the full period (including any extension periods) is £205K, though no guarantee is given as to the actual value. Tender documents and the full specification are available via the council's online procurement portal, The Chest (https://www.the-chest.org.uk), and all bids must be submitted electronically via The Chest by the ITT closing date; registration on The Chest is free.

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