Council-owned children’s services company to appoint single provider to £340k SEND tribunal services contract

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Worcestershire Children First is looking to commission a single provider to provide legal expertise and representation in Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) tribunal cases.

Details: 18.Nov.2022

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The organisation, which is responsible for the delivery of services to children and young people across Worcestershire, is a not-for-profit company and 100% owned by Worcestershire County Council.

The estimated value of the 48-month contract is £340,000.

The contract will be awarded on the basis of quality (weighting: 70) and price (weighting: 30).