Planning

Independent Fostering Agency (IFA) Engagement Event - Doncaster Children's Services Trust Limited

DONCASTER CHILDREN'S SERVICES TRUST LIMITED

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Planning

27 Mar 2019 at 11:34

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Doncaster Children's Services Trust Limited is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Independent Fostering Agency (IFA) Engagement Event." This engagement event is scheduled for 1st May 2019, taking place at the Mansion House, 45 High Street, Doncaster, DN1 1BN, from 12.30 pm to 4.00 pm. Interested parties must register for the event by the engagement end date of 30th April 2019. The procurement falls under the category of social work services with accommodation, highlighting the Trust's focus on fostering services in the Yorkshire and the Humber region.

This engagement event presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in fostering and social care services. Independent fostering agencies are encouraged to participate and discuss current challenges, recruitment strategies, and best practices in fostering. This is an excellent chance for organisations to network and establish connections with the Trust and other service providers, potentially enhancing their service offerings and expanding their operational reach within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Independent Fostering Agency (IFA) Engagement Event - Doncaster Children's Services Trust Limited

Notice Description

Doncaster Children's Services Trust Limited (the Trust) is hosting an event for all Independent Fostering Agencies (IFA's) on Wednesday 1st May 2019 at the Mansion House, 45 High Street, Doncaster, DN1 1BN. Event registration will be 12.30pm for a 1.00pm start. The event will conclude at 4.00 pm. The theme for the event will be "Doncaster Carers for Doncaster Children" Background Demand for foster care placements continues to put pressure on existing provision. Both the Trust and providers alike continue to operate within a challenging economic climate. Purpose The Trust wishes to meet with existing and new providers of placements for looked after children. The main discussion points and areas for focus during the event include (but are not limited to): * Current challenges faced by the Trust and providers in meeting the needs of children / young people * Table exercises (sharing best practice and identifying improvements) * Recruitment of Foster Carers * Young Advisers * Signs of Safety * Skills to Foster Training * Staying Put Providers are asked to limit delegate numbers to a maximum of two please. We would welcome your participation and if you are able to attend please email tereen.akhtar@dcstrust.co.uk or telephone 01302 737158. Please note there is no car parking at the venue. The following car parks are located within walking distance to the venue and a fee is charged accordingly: * Frenchgate Multi-Storey, 19 South Mall, Doncaster DN1 1LL - 0.2 miles 4 minute walk * St James' Car Park, St Sepulchre Gate W, Doncaster DN1 1AQ - 0.5 miles 10 minute walk * Civic Quarter Car Park, Doncaster DN1 3JQ - 0.3 miles 5 minute walk Kind Regards Tereen Akhtar QA Officer and Interim Placements Manager

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-983ebfc1-4407-48a3-91cd-8a9b6d0c7e51
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5bf2e131-bd50-441a-a884-fc5c643c5eb6
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Apr 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DONCASTER CHILDREN'S SERVICES TRUST LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DONCASTER
Postcode
DN1 1ER
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE35 Doncaster
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Doncaster
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Doncaster Central

Further Information

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