Mock Inspection of Children's Services for Devon County Council
Devon County Council · Awarded contract
AwardedMock Inspection of Children's Services for Devon County Council
Awarded 21 Mar 2017
Awarded21 Mar 2017
Value£26,000.00
AgencyDevon County Council
RegionSouth West
CategoryConsultancy & Legal
Ended 9y 5mo ago3mo term
Awarded 21 Mar 2017Expired 14 June 2017
About
Devon County Council awarded a contract to CURA Independent Management Consultancy Limited for a mock inspection of its children's services.
The inspection was conducted over 7-9 days, including 1-2 days for preparation, up to 5 days on-site, and 1-2 days for report writing, and took place in spring 2017.
The team comprised 2-3 highly experienced inspectors, ideally with Ofsted Inspector experience.
The contract value was AUD 26,000.
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Mock Inspection of Children's Services for Devon County Council
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