Northamptonshire Children's Trust: Provision of Independent Fostering Arrangements and Children's Homes for Children and Young People in our Care DPS (Reopening)
Reference ocds-h6vhtk-0794a3 · Northamptonshire Children's Trust
Open until 27 November 2026, estimated value £252,000,000.
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Description
Northamptonshire Children's Trust (hereafter referred to as the "Children's Trust") is re-opening their Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the supply of services in respect of this requirement. This specification covers providing Homes for Children and Young People in Our Care, Independent Fostering Arrangements and Children's Homes. The primary role of Independent Fostering Arrangements and Children's Homes is to provide homes to ensure children in our care have a place that is safe and suitable for their individual needs, where they are supported by people who care for them and about them to achieve their full potential, develop resilience, enjoy good health and wellbeing and develop into adulthood. The Children's Trust previously set up the DPS which commenced on 1st February 2024 with an initial term of 4 years and 2 months (i.e. to 31st March 2028), with an option to extend for up to an additional 3 years (until 31st March 2031). Services will be categorised by the following lots that are described further in the specification: Lot 1: Independent Fostering Agency placements for Children in Care - Category 1.1 - Standard - Category 1.2 - Enhanced - Category 1.3 - Complex Needs…
Lots (2)
| Lot | Description | CPV code | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lot 1: Independent Fostering Arrangements | 85000000 Health and social work services | — |
| 2 | Lot 2 - Children's Homes | 85000000 Health and social work services | — |
Official publications
| Medium | Reference | Date |
|---|---|---|
| FTS | 103203-2026 | 30 October 2026 |
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- The submission deadline is 27 November 2026. Check the official source, as dates can be modified.
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- The estimated value published by the buyer is £252,000,000.
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- The contracting authority is Northamptonshire Children's Trust (United Kingdom).
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