Decision details

This report sets out the proposal to procure and award a contract to a provider who shall deliver an engagement and involvement programme for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

This programme will provide opportunities for children and young people with SEND of all ages to be part of the co-production of SEND delivery and commissioning developments. 

That the Head of Commissioning approves the procurement of a service provider and subsequent contract award to deliver the SEND engagement and involvement programme as set out in the report.

At present we do not have a good understanding of the views and experiences of children and young people with SEND. This proposal seeks to address this and provide opportunities for these young people to be heard and for their views to inform both commissioning and delivery for SEND.

Not to commission this provision.  This option was rejected as it would not provide the organised route for co-production with children and young people with SEND that is needed.

For SCC to carry out this work.  This option was rejected as there is insufficient capacity and expertise in Commissioning and Consultation & Engagement teams to carry out the broad ranging engagement needed.