Award of Independent Visitors Service for Vulnerable Children to The Children's Society
Birmingham City Council · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Independent Visitors Service for Vulnerable Children to The Children's Society
Awarded 01 Feb 2016
Awarded01 Feb 2016
Value£520,000.00
SupplierThe Children's Society
AgencyBirmingham City Council
RegionWest Midlands
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Ended 8y 9mo ago2y term
Awarded 1 Feb 2016Expired 31 Jan 2018
About
Birmingham City Council awarded a contract to The Children's Society for the provision of an Independent Visitors service, including recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers from diverse backgrounds; promoting the service to refer the most vulnerable children, including those with complex needs; implementing a safe linking process for matches; contributing to positive outcomes; safeguarding children; complying with performance and finance monitoring; ensuring children can comment on and contribute to service design and delivery; and working in partnership with stakeholders.
The contract value is £520,000.
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