LBHF SEND IASS Market Engagement

The London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham (LBHF) is currently in the tender stage of procuring the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Service (SEND IASS), with a focus on providing impartial, confidential support to children, young people, and families. This open procurement process falls under the category of health and social work services, with the service delivery scheduled within the UKI33 region. The competitive procurement method used is open competition with an anticipated contract value of £578,000.

Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 5th February 2026 at noon and the end of the enquiry period on 20th January 2026. This procurement offers promising opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social services, particularly those experienced in supporting SEND communities. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria of the tender.

With quality and price as the primary award criteria, organisations with substantial technical expertise and competitive pricing structures stand a good chance of success. Participation in this tender can significantly aid business growth by allowing firms to establish or expand their footprint in the public sector, particularly in local government services.