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title: "CS(R)321Independent Visitors Service"
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# CS(R)321Independent Visitors Service

Buyer: TOWER HAMLETS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4f8facdd-a862-4887-a181-36e1db61e2a7

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "CS(R)321 Independent Visitors Service" was initiated by Tower Hamlets, a local authority in London, to provide essential support for children in care. This contract falls under the health and social work services category and has a total value of £32,800. The procurement method used was a direct award. The contract period commenced on 1st July 2022 and will conclude on 30th June 2023, with the tender period ending on 29th June 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in social services, particularly those focused on the welfare of children and young people. Companies that can deliver independent visitors' services and possess expertise in safeguarding will find this contract suitable for their growth. With its statutory nature and the active engagement of a key local authority like Tower Hamlets, this contract can serve as a stepping stone for larger-scale public sector partnerships.

## Notice

This contract is for the provision of an Independent Visitor's Service (IV). It is a statutory service required for all Local Authorities with social services responsibilities. The service offers independent friendship and support to our children in care. It plays a vital role in safeguarding Children and Young People (CYP), protecting them from harm & neglect and helps to empower them to reach their potential and uphold their human rights.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5236b23a-b157-4794-8dd5-1d367a8d11db |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2022 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2022 - 30 Jun 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £32,800 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £32,800 |
| 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 | TOWER HAMLETS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 2BG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Poplar |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BARNARDO SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2022 at 09:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5236b23a-b157-4794-8dd5-1d367a8d11db

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5236b23a-b157-4794-8dd5-1d367a8d11db
  21st July 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.towerhamlets.gov.uk

## Provenance

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