Award of Foster Carer Support Service to Foster Talk Ltd by Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole Council

Awarded 01 Apr 2026

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Awarded01 Apr 2026
Value£23,000.00
RegionSouth West
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 1y 5mo2y term, 30% elapsed
Awarded 1 Apr 2026Expires 31 Mar 2028

Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole Council awarded a contract to Foster Talk Ltd for a foster carer support service.

The membership-based service provides foster carer households with access to expert advice, guidance and benefits.

The contract was procured under the Procurement Act 2023 via a PDR process valued between £5,000 and £30,000, with a contract value of £23,000.

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