Adoption Services via Adopt East Regional Adoption Agency
Luton Council · Awarded contract
AwardedAdoption Services via Adopt East Regional Adoption Agency
Awarded 01 Oct 2026
Awarded01 Oct 2026
Value£141,184.00
SupplierEssex County Council
AgencyLuton Council
RegionEast of England
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 2mo3mo term, 37% elapsed
Awarded 1 Oct 2026Expires 30 Dec 2026
About
Luton Council awarded a contract to Essex County Council for adoption services through the Adopt East Regional Adoption Agency (RAA).
The services aim to improve the life chances of neglected and damaged children, enhance adopter recruitment and adoption support, and reduce costs.
As a member of the RAA, Luton Council can access various levels of service provided by the RAA.
The contract value is AUD 141,184, procured under the Procurement Act 2023 via an exemption process.
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