Award of Independent Advocacy Services for Children and Young People to The Children's Society by Torbay Council
Torbay Council · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Independent Advocacy Services for Children and Young People to The Children's Society by Torbay Council
Awarded 01 Mar 2026
Awarded01 Mar 2026
Value£298,522.00
SupplierThe Children's Society
AgencyTorbay Council
RegionSouth West
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 1y 5mo2y 1mo term, 33% elapsed
Awarded 1 Mar 2026Expires 31 Mar 2028
About
Torbay Council awarded a contract to The Children's Society for the delivery of independent advocacy services for children and young people, including an Independent Visitor Service.
The service covers three distinct areas: advocacy for children and young people on a Child Protection Plan or who are Cared for aged 8–18 years or Care Experienced young people up to the age of 25 years, to represent and support them in key meetings and decisions; advocacy for young people aged 16 or 17 who present to the Council as homeless (Youth Homeless Advocacy); and an Independent Visitor Service for children and young people under 18 years old, providing volunteers to act as positive role models.
The contract was procured under the Procurement Act 2023 via an Invitation to Tender process, with a value of £298,522.
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