KENT COUNTY COUNCIL · Awarded contract
Awarded

Award of Temporary Staffing Backup Contract for Children's Social Care at UASC Sites

Awarded 08 Oct 2024

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Awarded08 Oct 2024
Value£14,358,826.90
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Ended 30d ago1y 12mo term
Awarded 8 Oct 2024Expired 7 Oct 2026

Kent County Council awarded a contract to City Healthcare Agency Ltd for temporary agency staff at UASC sites for Children's Social Care, acting as a backup contract.

The contract was awarded via Crown Commercial Service's RM6161 Framework and has a duration of 2 years with an optional 1-year extension.

The contract value is between £0 and £21,000,000 over a maximum of 3 years, with no guaranteed volumes.

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