Bedford Borough Council · Awarded contract
Awarded

Independent Foster Care Placement with Illuminance Fostering Services Ltd

Awarded 27 Feb 2026

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Awarded27 Feb 2026
Value£480,480.00
RegionEast of England
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 1y 4mo2y term, 34% elapsed
Awarded 27 Feb 2026Expires 27 Feb 2028

Bedford Borough Council awarded a contract to Illuminance Fostering Services Ltd for independent foster care placement services under the Childrens Services department, valued at £480,480.

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