Lincolnshire County Council · Awarded contract
Awarded

Provision of Independent Foster Care Services for Children and Young People by Parallel Parents Limited

Awarded 03 Mar 2025

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Awarded03 Mar 2025
Value£60,966.78
RegionEast Midlands
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 2y 5mo4y 1mo term, 41% elapsed
Awarded 3 Mar 2025Expires 30 Mar 2029

Lincolnshire County Council awarded a contract to Parallel Parents Limited for the provision of independent foster care services for children and young people.

The contract, valued at £60,966.78, supports the council's children's social care responsibilities.

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