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title: "Independent Fostering Agency"
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buyer: "LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Independent Fostering Agency

Buyer: LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9f23c7d7-a5fe-4baf-8a9e-7764a0d47d61

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Independent Fostering Agency" contract was managed by Lincolnshire County Council. This opportunity falls under the social work and related services category (CPV 85300000), with a focus on delivery within the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The procedure followed an open procurement method, indicating a transparent and competitive selection. The tender stage has concluded with the award phase, which was finalised on 21 July 2025, for a contract period starting from 22 July 2025 and ending on 31 March 2029. The total contract value is £63,485.66.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large-scale enterprises in the social services sector. Embrace Therapeutic Fostering Services Ltd has been awarded the contract, highlighting the importance of having a strong presence and capability to meet the specified requirements in service delivery. Although not specified as particularly suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, organisations with the expertise in foster care services and the ability to operate effectively in the East Midlands could find this a strategic opportunity to expand their market and service reach.

## Notice

Independent Fostering Agency

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1a8dfbf-e536-41db-9681-fce8f11fd8bc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 21 Jul 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £63,485 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £63,485 |
| 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 | LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LINCOLN |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN1 1YL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC |
| Local authority | Lincoln |
| Electoral ward | Carholme |
| Westminster constituency | Lincoln |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EMBRACE THERAPEUTIC FOSTERING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2025 at 14:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1a8dfbf-e536-41db-9681-fce8f11fd8bc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1a8dfbf-e536-41db-9681-fce8f11fd8bc
  29th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk

## Provenance

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