--- title: "Provision of Fostering Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000472739" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000472739" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000472739.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000472739.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "FALKIRK COUNCIL" published: "2017-05-09" --- # Provision of Fostering Services Buyer: FALKIRK COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000472739 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000472739) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000472739.json) ## Summary Falkirk Council is currently overseeing a public procurement process titled "Provision of Fostering Services," which falls under the social and specific services industry category. The procurement method used is an open procedure, and the procurement stage is active. This framework agreement aims to establish new foster placements for children and young people across the Falkirk Council area. The deadline for submitting tenders is set for 16 January 2017. The services will be delivered within the region of Falkirk (postcode FK1 5RS). This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in social care, particularly those experienced in fostering services and child welfare. Companies that can demonstrate a robust quality of care, possess requisite insurances, and have a proven track record with Care Inspectorate grades would be well-suited to compete. The estimated annual value of the service is £250,000, offering a substantial prospect for growth and engagement within the community through the delivery of crucial services to vulnerable groups. ## Notice Framework Agreement for new foster placements for children and young people requiring this provision from across the Falkirk Council area. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Framework Agreement for new foster placements for children and young people requiring this provision from across the Falkirk Council area.. The value of this service option is estimated and may be subject to change. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY282623 | | Notice type | OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 May 2017 | | Submission deadline | 16 Jan 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 13 Apr 2017 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,000,000 | | Lots value | £1,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | FALKIRK COUNCIL | | Locality | FALKIRK | | Post town | Falkirk and Stirling | | Postcode | FK1 5RS | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM12 Falkirk | | Local authority | Falkirk | | Electoral ward | Falkirk South | | Westminster constituency | Falkirk | | Delivery location | UKM26 Falkirk | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services - 85300000 - Social work and related services - 85310000 - Social work services - 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation - 85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people - 85320000 - Social services ## Release History - 9 May 2017 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY282623 - 8 Dec 2016 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC266474 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=15 4th January 2017 - Schedule 4 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=8 10th December 2016 - Terms and Conditions - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=9 10th December 2016 - Community Benefits - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=10 10th December 2016 - Certificate as to Canvassing - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=11 10th December 2016 - Bona Fide Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=12 10th December 2016 - Form of Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=13 10th December 2016 - Freedom of Information - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=14 10th December 2016 - SOCG - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=3 10th December 2016 - ESPD - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=4 10th December 2016 - Specification - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=5 10th December 2016 - Award Criteria Method Statements - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=6 10th December 2016 - Pricing - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=7 10th December 2016 - Core Cost Specification - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=1 10th December 2016 - ITT Letter - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC266474&idx=2 10th December 2016 - Instructions to Tenderers - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC266474 Provision of Fostering Services - Framework Agreement for new foster placements for children and young people requiring this provision from across the Falkirk Council area. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY282623 Provision of Fostering Services - Framework Agreement for new foster placements for children and young people requiring this provision from across the Falkirk Council area. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.falkirk.gov.uk - http://www.gov.scot/Publications/2016/03/8410/0 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000472739 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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