---
title: "Forward to Foster"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051281"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051281.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-05-14"
---

# Forward to Foster

Buyer: DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051281

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Forward to Foster" is being organised by Derbyshire County Council, a sub-central government public authority located in Matlock, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the services category, specifically aimed at welfare services for children and young people. It seeks to increase fostering sufficiency and support children transitioning from residential to foster care. Currently in the planning stage, with a communication regarding future plans expected by 25th November 2025, the contract period is set to commence on 6th January 2026 and conclude on 5th January 2027, with potential for extension until January 2033. The contract is valued at approximately £8,000,000, with a gross amount of £9,600,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in child welfare services and fostering support, offering participation in a high-value contract. Companies with expertise in delivering comprehensive care and support services for young people would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this procurement could enhance a business's portfolio and expand its presence in the public sector by aligning with the strategic objectives of local government programmes aiming to improve child welfare outcomes in the UK. As the procurement progresses from the planning to the tender stage, interested businesses should prepare to meet the outlined requirements and deadlines to maximise their chances of success.

## Notice

Service to increase fostering sufficiency, to support children to move from residential care to foster care.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021028-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 25 Nov 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2026 - 5 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MATLOCK |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE4 3AG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF13 South and West Derbyshire |
| Local authority | Derbyshire Dales |
| Electoral ward | Matlock West |
| Westminster constituency | Derbyshire Dales |
| Delivery location | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

## Release History

- 14 May 2025 at 07:17 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021028-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021028-2025
  14th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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