How to win: Market Engagement Event for Special Educational Needs and Disability Information, Advice and Support Service

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The current Special Educational Needs and Disability Information, Advice and Support Service contract expires at the end of August 2027. We are looking to engage early with the market to inform the scope of the future service. We would like to invite interested experienced providers to attend our market engagement event on 16 July 2026, to share their valuable insight. The event will: • outline the role of a Strategic Partner in delivering the service, and opportunities for innovation and co-production within a changing SEND landscape • provide information on the financial envelope for delivery of this service • Give opportunities to ask questions This event is targeted at experienced Special Educational Needs and Disability Information, Advice and Support Service Providers.

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