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title: "Independent Fostering Agency Placement - IFA - NOVEMBER - 2021"
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buyer: "BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# Independent Fostering Agency Placement - IFA - NOVEMBER - 2021

Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0c5e88d1-ca16-4e4e-b347-95ffd9210f4a

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## Summary

The public procurement process involves an award by Bedford Borough Council for an Independent Fostering Agency Placement, with specific reference to the tender titled "Independent Fostering Agency Placement - IFA - NOVEMBER - 2021." This procurement falls within the social services industry category, designed to provide independent fostering services in East of England, United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £81,672, began on 22nd November 2021 and will conclude on 21st November 2022. The notice regarding this award was published on 18th March 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) operating in the fostering and care services sector. Businesses that specialise in social services, particularly those providing independent fostering placements, would find themselves well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in the future. The nature of the services required indicates a demand for quality care providers who can effectively meet the specific needs of children in foster care, making this a viable avenue for growth and collaboration for those within this industry.

## Notice

Independent fostering agency placement Call off from Pan-Beds Independent Fostering Agency Approved Providers List

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/271fd959-7a51-44b6-9974-a45eaaa80dad |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 22 Nov 2021 - 21 Nov 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £81,672 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £81,672 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BEDFORD |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CREDO CARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85320000 - Social services

## Release History

- 18 Mar 2022 at 15:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/271fd959-7a51-44b6-9974-a45eaaa80dad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/271fd959-7a51-44b6-9974-a45eaaa80dad
  18th March 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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