Provision of Education with Care Residential (Autism Specific) Services for Orkney Islands Council
Orkney Islands Council · Awarded contract
AwardedProvision of Education with Care Residential (Autism Specific) Services for Orkney Islands Council
Awarded Unknown
AwardedNot specified
Value£657,267.00
SupplierVSA
AgencyOrkney Islands Council
RegionScotland
CategoryEducation & Training
About
Orkney Islands Council awarded a contract to VSA for an education with care residential service (autism specific) for a child with significant additional support needs.
The service is a 46-week, 24/7 placement on a single campus, delivered flexibly within a 52-week availability period.
The placement serves as an interim measure while the Council develops enhanced provision in Orkney.
The provider is expected to collaborate with Orkney services to facilitate the child's transition back to Orkney, including planned return visits to the family home.
The contract value is £657,267.
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