Evaluation of the Families First Partnership programme contract award
Department for Education · Awarded contract
AwardedEvaluation of the Families First Partnership programme contract award
Awarded 03 Aug 2026
Awarded03 Aug 2026
Value£809,665.25
SupplierI.F.F RESEARCH LIMITED
AgencyDepartment for Education
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 9y 2mo9y 5mo term, 4% elapsed
Awarded 3 Aug 2026Expires 31 Dec 2035
About
This procurement used the RM6126 CCS Research & Insights Marketplace DPS.
The Families First Partnership (FFP) programme is a national, whole-system reform programme aimed at strengthening early help, improving multi-agency safeguarding practice, and reducing the number of children entering care.
A robust evaluation is required to generate robust, independent evidence on FFP delivery, impact and Value for Money.
The evaluation will provide accountability for investment and inform future policy, delivery and spending decisions.
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