SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL · Awarded contract
Awarded

Framework Agreement for Independent Fostering Agency Placements by Southampton City Council and Partner Councils

Awarded 31 Mar 2021

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Awarded31 Mar 2021
Value£55,100,952.00
SupplierAffinity Fostering Services Ltd,Be My Family Fostering Agency Ltd,Connect Fostering Services Ltd,Fostering Innovations,Help Me Grow Fostering,Silver Lining Fostering Ltd,Time Out Fostering,Compass Fostering West Limited
AgencySOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL
RegionSouth East
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Ended 4y 7mo ago12mo term
Awarded 31 Mar 2021Expired 30 Mar 2022

About

Southampton City Council awarded a framework agreement to Affinity Fostering Services Ltd, Be My Family Fostering Agency Ltd, Connect Fostering Services Ltd, Fostering Innovations, Help Me Grow Fostering, Silver Lining Fostering Ltd, Time Out Fostering, and Compass Fostering for the placement of children and young people with independent fostering agencies.

The contract, valued at £55,100,952, involves thirteen local authorities working together to improve placement choice and quality for looked-after children by partnering with providers to deliver high-quality independent foster care services within or near council boundaries.

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