Fosterlink Service - Foster Carer Recruitment

A Modification Notice
by DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Contract (Services)
Duration
16 month
Value
£627K
Sector
HEALTH
Published
10 Dec 2024
Delivery
To 04 Apr 2026 (est.)
Deadline
n/a

Concepts

Location

United Kingdom:

Geochart for 1 buyers and 1 suppliers

1 buyer

1 supplier

Description

Total Quantity or Scope

The Department for Education has appointed a contractor for the provision of Fosterlink Service. The successful contractor will be responsible for developing, co-ordination and managing Fosterlink a support service for Local Authority (LA) fostering service providers, which will offer in-depth diagnostic support specifically focused on their recruitment and approval practices, with the aim of providing bespoke recommendations for improvement, alongside building a strong evidence base on which to share good practice nationally. The initial contract term will be 16 months. The contract is expected to commence on the 01 December 2023 and run until 31 March 2025. There will be an option to extend its term for an additional period of 12 months. The optional extension will be subject to supplier contract performance, the requirements of the Department, the outcomes of the upcoming Spending Review and the steers of the party in leadership following the General Election at the end of 2024. The contract was varied in December 2024 to include some additional work under the same scope.

Award Detail

1 Mott Macdonald (Croydon)
  • Reference: 039767-2024-1-1
  • Value: £627,282

CPV Codes

  • 85320000 - Social services

Other Information

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