Nottingham City Council · Awarded contract

Awarded

Provision of Fostering Advice and Mediation Service for Nottingham City Council and Nottinghamshire County Council

Awarded 30 Sep 2024

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Awarded30 Sep 2024

Value£237,048.00

SupplierTHE FOSTERING NETWORK

AgencyNottingham City Council

RegionEast Midlands

CategoryPublic Services & Welfare

Expires in 1y 11mo4y term, 53% elapsed

Awarded 30 Sept 2024Expires 29 Sept 2028

About

Nottingham City Council awarded a contract to THE FOSTERING NETWORK for the provision of a Fostering Advice and Mediation service, jointly procured with Nottinghamshire County Council.

The service comprises three elements: independent advice and mediation for foster carers facing allegations or complaints, fostering household support including legal cover, helpline advice, online support and forums, periodicals, and financial benefits, and organisational support for Council staff.

The contract duration is 2 years with a possible extension of 2 years on a 1+1 basis, up to a maximum of 4 years, at both Councils' discretion.

The total contract value is estimated at a maximum of £240,000.00 over the total length including potential extensions, with an anticipated start date of 1st October 2024.

The contract was let under the Light Touch Regime of the Public Contract Regulations 2015.

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