North West SEND and Alternative Provision Flexible Purchasing System

A Tender Notice
by CHESHIRE EAST COUNCIL

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Contract (Services)
Duration
7 year
Value
£218M
Sector
PROFESSIONAL
Published
18 Sep 2023
Delivery
To 17 Jan 2031 (est.)
Deadline
18 Oct 2023 12:00

Concepts

Location

SANDBACH

Geochart for 25 buyers and 0 suppliers

25 buyers

Description

The needs of most learners can be met through mainstream provision, with a small proportion who have the most complex needs requiring specialist settings. Some learners however need education or training arranged outside a mainstream or specialist setting because otherwise they would not receive suitable education or training. These learners will access the Alternative Provision described in this specification. The vision for Alternative Provision across the North West is that it will; • provide pupils with a rigorous and high-quality alternative to a mainstream curriculum • be suited to the child or young person's capabilities, giving them the opportunity to take appropriate qualifications with rigorous assessment of progress; • improve learners' motivation, self-confidence, attendance and engagement with education and learning; • have clearly defined objectives based on individual needs against which progress can be monitored and new objectives set • includes clear transition pathways that generate appropriate opportunities for progression and successful transition to the next stage of their education, ideally within mainstream provision • and deliver efficiencies and offer best value for local authorities.

Lot Division

6 Alternative Provision - Registered Setting
  • Value: £125M

This LOT is added to the following: North West SEND Flexible Purchasing System The Services required under the terms of this Contract shall support the needs of Learners of primary school age up to 25, including those with Special Educational Needs. Alternative Provision where the Provider is registered with Ofsted (or equivalent body). This may include Providers who are registered with Ofsted but the category of their registration does not include Learners to whom they are offering Alternative Provision. - Each Service shall be able to take learners in accordance with their Statement of Purpose. - The provision must be able to meet the needs of the individual learners as described in their referral form and/or in an Education, Health and Care Plan. - In delivery of these services, the Provider shall operate fully in accordance with all relevant Acts of Parliament, amendment or re-enactment of any Act, Statutory Regulation, and other such laws and statutory guidance, as may affect the provision of education, health and care specified under the Contract - The North West local authorities are committed to collaboration, co-production and best practice with Parents/ Carers and Providers, to ensure the regional contract remains fit for purpose. This Flexible Purchasing System will be regularly reviewed by the North West Regional Governance Group to ensure that the required outcomes are being delivered and further developments and innovation are included
7 Alternative Provision - Unregistered Setting
  • Value: £92M

This LOT is added to the following: North West SEND Flexible Purchasing System The Services required under the terms of this Contract shall support the needs of Learners of primary school age up to 25, including those with Special Educational Needs. Alternative Provision where the Provider is not registered with Ofsted (or equivalent body) - Each Service shall be able to take learners in accordance with their Statement of Purpose. - The provision must be able to meet the needs of the individual learners as described in their referral form and/or in an Education, Health and Care Plan. - In delivery of these services, the Provider shall operate fully in accordance with all relevant Acts of Parliament, amendment or re-enactment of any Act, Statutory Regulation, and other such laws and statutory guidance, as may affect the provision of education, health and care specified under the Contract - The North West local authorities are committed to collaboration, co-production and best practice with Parents/ Carers and Providers, to ensure the regional contract remains fit for purpose. This Flexible Purchasing System will be regularly reviewed by the North West Regional Governance Group to ensure that the required outcomes are being delivered and further developments and innovation are included

CPV Codes

  • 80000000 - Education and training services

Indicators

  • Bids should cover one or more lots.
  • Bids should cover the whole contract.
  • Renewals are not available.
  • Performance considerations apply.
  • Award on basis of price and quality.

Reference

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