Direct Award for 2-Year Foster Care Placement for Vulnerable Sibling Group by Luton Council
Luton Council · Awarded contract
AwardedDirect Award for 2-Year Foster Care Placement for Vulnerable Sibling Group by Luton Council
Awarded 15 Oct 2026
Awarded15 Oct 2026
Value£218,400.00
SupplierAmber Fostering Ltd
AgencyLuton Council
RegionEast of England
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 1y 11mo1y 12mo term, 4% elapsed
Awarded 15 Oct 2026Expires 6 Oct 2028
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Luton Council awarded a contract to Amber Fostering Ltd for a 2-year direct award to ensure continuity of care and stability for a sibling group of vulnerable disadvantaged young people requiring a foster care placement due to neglect.
The procurement process was conducted under PA 2023 using an exemption, as all other placement options had been exhausted and no alternative placements were available.
The contract value is £218,400.
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Direct Award for 2-Year Foster Care Placement for Vulnerable Sibling Group by Luton Council
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