Independent Support to Foster Carers 2021 - AWARD

Portsmouth City Council ('the council') is inviting quotations from suitably qualified suppliers to provide an Independent Support to Foster Carers in relation to concerns, complaints and allegations.

The successful provider will be required to provide timely, responsive, independent information, advice, representation and support to Portsmouth City Council carers, ensuring they have appropriate information and support to communicate their views in formal settings within the process and management of allegations against carers. The provider will also prepare and deliver one training session per year to Portsmouth City Council Social Workers on how to support carers facing allegations. The provider will also supply the council with online leaflets and paper leaflets to inform carers of support available .

The estimated value of the contract is up to £50,000 based on historical spend information.

The initial contract term will be for 2 years with possibility of extending the term by a further 3 years to a maximum total term of 5 years in increments to be agreed, subject to the agreement and performance of both parties.