Department for Education · Awarded contract
Awarded

Provision of Commissioner Services for Children's Social Care in Bradford Council

Awarded 14 Apr 2024

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Awarded14 Apr 2024
Value£115,200.00
RegionNorth West
CategoryConsultancy & Legal
Ended 7mo ago1y 12mo term
Awarded 14 Apr 2024Expired 30 Mar 2026

The Department for Education awarded a contract to Anthony Douglas Consultancy Ltd for the provision of Commissioner services in Bradford Council.

The Commissioner provided support and challenge on the cost of children's services, promoting investment in improvement to yield future savings and cost avoidance.

The role included providing effective oversight, support, and direction to drive sustainable and affordable improvements to children's social care, as well as applying expertise to support the Chief Executive and Trust management team, directing corporate and political leadership where necessary, and establishing and maintaining relationships between all parties.

The contract value was £115,200.

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