Department for Education · Awarded contract

Awarded

Appointment of Mott MacDonald for Fosterlink Foster Carer Recruitment Support Service

Awarded 01 Dec 2023

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Awarded01 Dec 2023

Value£571,621.00

SupplierMott MacDonald Ltd

AgencyDepartment for Education

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryPublic Services & Welfare

Ended 1y 7mo ago1y 4mo term

Awarded 1 Dec 2023Expired 30 Mar 2025

About

The Department for Education awarded a contract to Mott MacDonald Ltd for the provision of the Fosterlink Service, a support service for Local Authority fostering service providers.

The contractor is responsible for developing, coordinating, and managing Fosterlink, which offers in-depth diagnostic support focused on recruitment and approval practices, provides bespoke recommendations for improvement, and builds a strong evidence base to share good practice nationally.

The initial contract term is 16 months, commencing 01 December 2023 and running until 31 March 2025, with an option to extend for an additional 12 months subject to supplier performance, departmental requirements, the upcoming Spending Review, and leadership steers following the 2024 General Election.

The contract value is £571,621.

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