--- title: "Independent Foster Panel Chair" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-99fa81d4-a90c-4999-bd9a-94571d45cf36" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-99fa81d4-a90c-4999-bd9a-94571d45cf36" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-99fa81d4-a90c-4999-bd9a-94571d45cf36.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-99fa81d4-a90c-4999-bd9a-94571d45cf36.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2019-09-20" --- # Independent Foster Panel Chair Buyer: WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-99fa81d4-a90c-4999-bd9a-94571d45cf36 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-99fa81d4-a90c-4999-bd9a-94571d45cf36) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-99fa81d4-a90c-4999-bd9a-94571d45cf36.json) ## Summary The procurement process is initiated by Worcestershire County Council, which seeks to appoint an Independent Foster Panel Chair for its County Fostering Panel. This opportunity, titled "Independent Foster Panel Chair," falls under the category of social work services and is located in Worcestershire, United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure aimed at attracting expressions of interest from suitably qualified candidates. The tender period concludes on 18 October 2019, with the contract expected to commence on 19 January 2020 and run until 18 January 2023. Interested parties can find further details and submission guidelines through the provided links. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for individuals or organisations with expertise in social work and related fields to expand their portfolio. Potential candidates could include experienced social workers, human resource professionals, and those with a strong background in fostering or care governance. With up to three years of service subject to annual review, this role may significantly enhance the professional profile of applicants and facilitate connections within the social services sector. ## Notice Worcestershire County Council is seeking an independent Chairperson for its County Fostering Panel. Expressions of interest are invited from suitably experienced and qualified persons able to undertake this role for up to three years, subject to annual review, on a contract for service basis, i.e. not as an employee of the Council. The panel meets 3 or 4 times a month. There are 2 vice chairs who assist by chairing some panels If you wish to view the documents for this opportunity please click 'Express Interest'. Following this, if you wish to apply for this opportunity please click 'Opt in' which will then enable you to view and complete the Standard Questionnaire and upload the relevant documents. 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Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee0e53a1-296a-4b29-9f7c-66725031f824 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Sep 2019 | | Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 Jan 2020 - 18 Jan 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | WORCESTERSHIRE | | Post town | Worcester | | Postcode | WR5 2NP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire | | ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC | | Local authority | Worcester | | Electoral ward | Nunnery | | Westminster constituency | Worcester | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85310000 - Social work services ## Release History - 20 Sep 2019 at 09:28 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee0e53a1-296a-4b29-9f7c-66725031f824 - 20 Sep 2019 at 09:27 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee0e53a1-296a-4b29-9f7c-66725031f824 - 20 Sep 2019 at 09:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee0e53a1-296a-4b29-9f7c-66725031f824 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee0e53a1-296a-4b29-9f7c-66725031f824 20th September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/worcestershire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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