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                "email": "james.skilling@westsussex.gov.uk"
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        "title": "WSCC - Children's Residential Homes Management System (RFI)",
        "description": "West Sussex County Council (the Council) wishes to give notice of a potential contract opportunity for a Children's Residential Homes Management System. The Children's Residential Service currently operates seven Ofsted-registered children's homes and is planning further expansion. As the business grows and additional homes are brought online, it is essential to have full oversight across all services. To support this growth and maintain high standards of care and compliance, the Council is considering implementing a Children's Residential Homes Management System. The Council is engaging with the market to gather insights from suppliers to help shape and inform any future procurement activity related to the Residential Homes Management System.",
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                    "endDate": "2030-09-30T23:59:59+01:00"
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