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Inclusion Services Framework - 369-NYC-CY

The North Yorkshire Council · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 2 Oct 2026, 11:42.

Opportunity overview

North Yorkshire Council (the “Authority”) invites tenders for appointment to a multi provider Inclusion Services Open Framework. The open framework will support the delivery of high quality, needs led provision for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including those requiring Education Other Than at School (EOTAS) and post16 support. This open framework aims to establish an efficient and quality assured method of procuring provision aligned with statutory duties under: • The Children and Families Act 2014 • SEND Code of Practice: 0–25 years • Procurement Act 2023 / Public Contracts Regulations 2015 • Relevant safeguarding legislation This open framework supports the Authorities Local Area SEND Strategy and High Needs Block (HNB) Transformation Programme. The open framework is divided into seven lots, covering the diverse needs of children and young people across North Yorkshire. • Lot 1 – Primary In-person Education (KS1/KS2) • Lot 2 – Secondary In-person Education (KS3/KS4) • Lot 3 – Online Education • Lot 4 – Therapeutic Interventions • Lot 5 – Alternative and Enrichment Activities • Lot 6 – Post-16 Provision • Lot 7 – Targeted SEND Improvement and Workforce Development Services Preliminary market engagement has been carried out. Information is available at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041427-2025 Notice identifier: 2025/S 000-041427 Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-05626b The notice was unable to be linked due to the inclusion of Lots at tender stage following market engagement. Original Framework Tender Notice Identifier: 2026/S 000-032967 Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-068056

Classification

  • CPV80000000 — Education and training services
  • CPV80100000 — Primary education services
  • CPV80200000 — Secondary education services
  • CPV80300000 — Higher education services
  • CPV80340000 — Special education services
  • CPV85000000 — Health and social work services

Lots

  • Lot 1 – Primary In-person Education (KS1/KS2)£943.6k
  • Lot 2 – Secondary In-person Education (KS3/KS4)£4.3m
  • Lot 3 – Online Education£2.4m
  • Lot 4 – Therapeutic Interventions£3.3m
  • Lot 5 – Alternative and Enrichment Activities£2.1m
  • Lot 6 – Post-16 Provision£16m
  • Lot 7 – Targeted SEND Improvement and Workforce Development Services£4.3m

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
100114692
Status
active
Procurement Method
open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Main Procurement Category
services
Above Threshold
Yes
Published risks
The total value of the framework is £40,000,000. While an estimated value has been assigned to each Lot, the Authority reserves the right to allocate the overall value as it deems appropriate based on the demand for services over the eight‑year duration. As this is a demand‑led service, the value of the framework may increase over the duration. The Authority reserves the right to increase the overarching value accordingly. During the term of the open framework, modifications may be required to align to any changes as a result of SEND reform.

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Special regime

lightTouch

Covered By

GPA

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Framework Agreement

Is Open Framework Scheme
Yes
Method
withAndWithoutReopeningCompetition
Type
closed
Description
The services to be procured are defined as a Light Touch Contract within the Act. The Authority will utilise the flexibility provided by Section 45 Frameworks clause (9) to undertake a bespoke procurement process that considers elements of the Open Procedure, Framework and Open Framework. At any time during the term of the Framework the Authority shall, at its discretion, open the framework to new providers. The framework will continue on the same or substantially the same terms as this Framework Agreement and the competition will adopt the same or substantially the same conditions of participation and award criteria as those followed for the appointment of the Framework Providers. Each time a Framework is reopened for Bids, this will be known as an Entry Point. It is anticipated that there will be: - Three (3) Entry Points each year in the first 2 years (Entry Point 2 closing November 2026, and then the subsequent Entry Points opening termly), and - One (1) Entry Point in each of the following years for the duration of the Open Framework. However, the Authority reserves the right to increase or reduce Entry Points at its discretion. Existing Providers who were previously appointed onto one or more Lot(s) of the Open Framework will be required to complete and return a Framework Reopening Confirmation Form in response to the re-opening of the Framework. Subject to receipt of a completed Confirmation Form by the stated deadline, Existing Providers will be appointed onto the subsequent Framework(s) for the relevant Lot(s) and will not be required to submit a full tender response unless: - they choose to submit a new Bid in response to an Entry Point, or - they request in writing that the Authority does not appoint them onto one or more Lot(s) of the new Framework Following the re-opening of an Entry Point Bidders who are successful in a bid will be appointed onto the open framework by entering into a Framework Agreement, with The North Yorkshire Council (NYC). Placements and packages of work under any of the Lots will then be awarded via a mini competition process or a direct award. A full explanation of the processes can be found within the Framework Agreement. Note that NYC cannot give any guarantee of business or of the actual value of any Contracts awarded under the Framework. Bidders are required to complete a pricing schedule for the Lot(s) they are bidding for. The prices submitted will not be evaluated, however they will be used at call-off Contract stage where costs submitted cannot exceed those stated in the relevant Lot Pricing Schedule (taking into account any agreed fee increase as per the Fee and Inflationary Uplift Protocol).
Open Framework Scheme End Date
31 Aug 2034, 23:59

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
allowed

Languages

en

Tender Period

Ends
2 Nov 2026, 12:00

Enquiry period

Ends
22 Oct 2026, 17:00

Expected award period

Ends
18 Jan 2027, 23:59

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
LOT-0001
Title
Lot 1 – Primary In-person Education (KS1/KS2)
Description
Primary (KS1 and KS2) – This Alternative Provision (Education) Service must provide face-to-face tuition in a 1:1, 2:1, or small group setting. This can take place in but is not necessarily limited to: - • A Risk Assessed Venue (sourced by the provider upon request) • The Family Home • The Providers registered address The education will focus on achieving KS1 and KS2 outcomes based on National Curriculum subjects, ensuring children and young people are prepared for successful re-integration into formal education. Further information regarding the National Curriculum subjects can be found here: National curriculum - GOV.UK
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
1,132,281.8
Amount
943,568.16
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
SEND Provision & Reintegration

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
80
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Building Independence and Social Confidence

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Feb 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Aug 2034, 23:59
Entry 2
Id
LOT-0002
Title
Lot 2 – Secondary In-person Education (KS3/KS4)
Description
Secondary (KS3 and KS4) – This Alternative Provision (Education) Service must provide face-to-face tuition in a 1:1, 2:1, or small group setting. This can take place in but is not necessarily limited to: - • A Risk Assessed Venue (sourced by the provider upon request) • The Family Home • The Providers registered address The education will focus on achieving KS3 and KS4 outcomes based on National Curriculum subjects, ensuring young people are ready for successful re-integration into formal education. Further information regarding the National Curriculum subjects can be found here: National curriculum - GOV.UK. Where appropriate, the pricing model should include all aspects of exam preparation and delivery, and providers must have access to, or be registered as, an appropriate exam centre.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
5,131,586.55
Amount
4,276,322.13
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
SEND Provision & Reintegration

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
80
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Building Independence and Social Confidence

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Feb 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Aug 2034, 23:59
Entry 3
Id
LOT-0003
Title
Lot 3 – Online Education
Description
Primary (KS1 and KS2) or Secondary (KS3 and KS4) Provision – This includes 1:1 or small groups, encompassing both accredited and unaccredited online schools. Sessions will focus on achieving relevant Key Stage outcomes based on National Curriculum subjects, ensuring young people are prepared for successful re-integration into education. Further information regarding the National Curriculum subjects can be found here: National curriculum - GOV.UK. Where appropriate, the pricing model should include all aspects of exam preparation and delivery, and providers must have access to, or be registered as, an appropriate exam centre.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
2,841,203.79
Amount
2,367,669.83
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
SEND Provision & Reintegration

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
80
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Building Independence and Social Confidence

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Feb 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Aug 2034, 23:59
Entry 4
Id
LOT-0004
Title
Lot 4 – Therapeutic Interventions
Description
Primary or Secondary Provision – This includes 1:1 or small group settings, offering a range of therapeutic sessions such as but not necessarily limited to: - • Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT) • Occupational Therapy (OT) • Physiotherapy • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) • Play Therapy • Art Therapy • Music Therapy • Drama Therapy • Equine-Assisted Therapy • Animal-Assisted Therapy (e.g., dogs, small animals) • Creative Arts Psychotherapy • Clinical or Counselling Psychology Sessions • Trauma-Informed Therapeutic Support • Somatic or Sensory Integration Therapy • Mindfulness-Based Interventions • Therapeutic Youth Work • Behavioural Therapy / Behaviour Regulation Support • Social Skills Therapeutic Groups • Play Therapy • Individual Psychotherapy • Behaviour Modification • Cognitive Therapy • Trauma Informed Therapy • Attachment Focussed Therapy • Creative Arts Therapies • Multi systemic therapy • Dyadic Development Psychotherapy (DDP) • Counselling • Training • Equine Therapy • Theraplay Informed Practice • Anger Management These sessions will focus on ensuring children and young people are ready for successful re-integration into education.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
4,005,713.9
Amount
3,338,094.91
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
SEND Provision & Reintegration

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
80
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Building Independence and Social Confidence

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Feb 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Aug 2034, 23:59
Entry 5
Id
LOT-0005
Title
Lot 5 – Alternative and Enrichment Activities
Description
Primary or Secondary Provision – This includes 1:1 or small group settings, providing enrichment activities such as but not necessarily limited to: - • Forest Schools • Vocational Skills • Animal based activities These sessions aim to enhance the child or young person's experience and build resilience, ensuring they are ready for successful re-integration into education. Where appropriate, the pricing model should include all aspects of exam preparation and delivery, and providers must have access to, or be registered as, an appropriate exam centre.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
2,563,656.89
Amount
2,136,380.75
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
SEND Provision & Reintegration

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
80
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Building Independence and Social Confidence

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Feb 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Aug 2034, 23:59
Entry 6
Id
LOT-0006
Title
Lot 6 – Post-16 Provision
Description
Post-16 (KS5) Provision – This includes 1:1 or small group settings, providing face-to-face or online tuition with an education focus, therapeutic sessions or enrichment. These sessions aim to enhance the young person's experience and build resilience, ensuring they are ready for successful re-integration into an educational pathway. Where appropriate, the pricing model should include all aspects of exam preparation and delivery, and providers must have access to, or be registered as, an appropriate exam centre. Please note this does not include Ofsted registered Specialist Post-16 Institutes (SPI).
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
19,200,037.21
Amount
16,000,031.01
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
SEND Provision & Reintegration

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
80
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Building Independence and Social Confidence

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Feb 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Aug 2034, 23:59
Entry 7
Id
LOT-0007
Title
Lot 7 – Targeted SEND Improvement and Workforce Development Services
Description
Providers and specialist SEND practitioners delivering targeted services to raise standards, promote inclusive practice and improve outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This Lot may include providers able to deliver one or more service types detailed below for children and young people from early years through to post 16 education, up to the age of 25. 1. Workforce Development, Training and Skills Providers Organisations delivering training or professional development to improve workforce capability in SEND and inclusive practice. Examples may include: • SEND specific workforce training programmes • SENCO development and supervision • Coaching or mentoring for teaching, support or pastoral staff • Multi disciplinary workforce training (education, health, social care) • Post 16 workforce training linked to Supporting Preparation for Adulthood 2. School and Setting Improvement Services Providers supporting improvements in SEND systems, processes and inclusive practice within education or post 16 settings. Examples may include: • SEND audits or diagnostic reviews • Targeted improvement support for individual schools or colleges • Locality based or cluster improvement programmes • Support to embed inclusive quality first teaching • Improvement support following inspection or review outcomes 3. Leadership and Governance Support Services Providers delivering leadership, management and governance support in relation to SEND and inclusion. Examples may include: • SEND leadership development programmes • Executive or senior leadership coaching • Governance training related to SEND duties and responsibilities • Strategic support for SEND improvement planning • Interim leadership or advisory capacity 4. Curriculum Development and Inclusive Practice Services Organisations supporting curriculum design, development and delivery to improve access and outcomes for learners with SEND. Examples may include: • Adaptation of curriculum pathways for learners with SEND • Development of alternative or inclusive curricula • Transition curriculum design (e.g. KS4–post 16) • Curriculum support for engagement or re engagement • Advice on flexible or personalised learning pathways 5. Pupil Outcomes and Inequality Reduction Services Providers focused on improving outcomes and reducing disparities between groups of children and young people. Examples may include: • Attainment, progress or engagement improvement programmes • Attendance and persistent absence reduction initiatives • Support addressing disproportionality (e.g. exclusion, suspension) • Wellbeing and resilience focused outcome programmes • Targeted support for vulnerable or marginalised cohorts 6. Services Addressing Barriers to Access and Inclusion Providers delivering services that mitigate practical or systemic barriers impacting access to education and provision. Examples may include: • Enablement or access related support services • Resource based support to improve participation • Solutions addressing attendance or access challenges • Support during placement transition or reintegration • Practical interventions supporting equitable access to provision 7. Research, Evaluation and Innovation Services Providers specialising in research informed practice and the development or testing of innovative approaches. Examples may include: • Evaluation of SEND interventions or programmes • Piloting of new or emerging inclusive practices • Evidence based research linked to SEND priorities • Co production and testing of innovative delivery models • Development of impact measurement frameworks 8. Post 16 and Preparing for Adulthood Services Providers delivering services to support young people aged 16–25 with SEND in transition to adulthood. Examples may include: • Transition planning and support services • Skills development linked to employment or independence • Training for staff supporting young adults with SEND • Post 16 engagement or retention support • Services aligned to Preparing for Adulthood outcomes
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
5,125,519.86
Amount
4,271,266.55
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Improving SEND Practice

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
90
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Feb 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Aug 2034, 23:59

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
LOT-0001
Related Lot
LOT-0001

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
80000000
Description
Education and training services
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
80100000
Description
Primary education services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
80200000
Description
Secondary education services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
80300000
Description
Higher education services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
80340000
Description
Special education services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE2
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 2
Id
LOT-0002
Related Lot
LOT-0002

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
80000000
Description
Education and training services
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
80100000
Description
Primary education services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
80200000
Description
Secondary education services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
80300000
Description
Higher education services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
80340000
Description
Special education services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE2
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 3
Id
LOT-0003
Related Lot
LOT-0003

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
80000000
Description
Education and training services
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
80100000
Description
Primary education services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
80200000
Description
Secondary education services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
80300000
Description
Higher education services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
80340000
Description
Special education services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE2
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 4
Id
LOT-0004
Related Lot
LOT-0004

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
80000000
Description
Education and training services
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
85000000
Description
Health and social work services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE2
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 5
Id
LOT-0005
Related Lot
LOT-0005

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
80000000
Description
Education and training services
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
80100000
Description
Primary education services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
80200000
Description
Secondary education services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
80300000
Description
Higher education services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
80340000
Description
Special education services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE2
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 6
Id
LOT-0006
Related Lot
LOT-0006

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
80000000
Description
Education and training services
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
80100000
Description
Primary education services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
80200000
Description
Secondary education services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
80300000
Description
Higher education services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
80340000
Description
Special education services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE2
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 7
Id
LOT-0007
Related Lot
LOT-0007

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
80000000
Description
Education and training services
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
80100000
Description
Primary education services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
80200000
Description
Secondary education services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
80300000
Description
Higher education services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
80340000
Description
Special education services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE2
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Entry 2
Id
093154-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
2 Oct 2026, 10:03
Format
text/html

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
The North Yorkshire Council
Id
GB-PPON-PNXY-8263-XCNL

Identifier

Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PNXY-8263-XCNL

Address

Street Address
County Hall, Racecourse Lane,
Locality
Northallerton
Postal Code
DL7 8AD
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKE22

Contact

Telephone
+44 1609533450

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment
Description
Public authority - sub-central government

Related procurements

Entry 1
Id
prior
Scheme
ocid
Identifier
ocds-h6vhtk-068056

Relationship

prior

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Northallerton · UKE22 · DL7 8AD · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKE2 · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

1 published notice version reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

1 VERSION
  1. 093154-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·