Specialist Support and Therapies Framework for Children with SEND in Hounslow

London Borough of Hounslow is establishing an open framework to commission specialist support and therapies for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This framework is available to Hounslow Council, named local authorities, schools (including maintained, academies, free schools and special schools), educational institutions, and other authorized customers across Greater London and specified areas. The framework provides a quality-assured route to access services from NHS, independent, voluntary, community sector and public service providers. Services may include assessment, advice, early intervention, graduated response, consultation, workforce development and alternative provision outreach. The framework supports the delivery of support outlined in Section F of EHCPs and aligns with Hounslow's SEND and Alternative Provision Strategic Improvement Plan. It does not transfer statutory duties from the Council, schools, ICBs or NHS. The framework operates on key principles: child-centered support, timely and flexible access, inclusive and preventative services, choice and continuity of provision, transparent pricing and standards, sustainable market support for diverse provider types, and integrated working across education, health and care. Appointment to the framework does not guarantee work volume, expenditure or exclusivity.