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This framework is for the provision of foster care services across the West Midlands region.
Coventry City Council is the lead local authority for this regional framework, which can be accessed by the 14 West Midland Local Authorities/Trusts.
The West Midlands Regional Independent Fostering Agency Framework remains the primary means by which foster care homes are sourced in the region from the independent market.
Over 80% of placements were made via the previous framework.
Therefore this framework is central to the West Midlands Local Authorities and Children's Trusts' strategy for securing sufficient foster homes to meet need in the coming years.
The initial term of the Framework is for the period of 4 years from commencement but may be extended, by mutual agreement by 2 increments of 3 years.
This Contract Award Notice is in relation to the framework re-opening published on 17th October 2025.
Framework contract: £2,750,000,000 total value shared among 3 suppliers. Estimated equal shares shown below.
| Supplier | Identifier | Est. Share | Lots Won | Cross-References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Foster Care Ltd | 11903013 | ~£916,666,667 | 1 lot Standard Foster Care placements | - |
| Progress Children's Services Limited | 04014026 | ~£916,666,667 | 1 lot Standard Foster Care placements | - |
| ST.CHRISTOPHERS FELLOWSHIP | Charity Commission: 207782 Companies House: 00321509 | ~£916,666,667 | 1 lot Standard Foster Care placements | - |
Taken from this notice, not from Companies House. Check the original notice — details change and are not updated here.
This procurement was divided into 4 lots, each awarded separately. 4 bids were received in total.
| Lot | Value | Bids Received | Awarded To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 Standard Foster Care placements 3,600 days (≈9.9 yrs) | £2,750,000,000 initial term | 4 | active | |
| Lot 2 Enhanced Foster Care 3,600 days (≈9.9 yrs) | - | - | - | cancelled |
| Lot 3 Specialist Foster Care 3,600 days (≈9.9 yrs) | - | - | - | cancelled |
| Lot 4 Parent and Child Foster Care 3,600 days (≈9.9 yrs) | - | - | - | cancelled |
Government spending data: These suppliers have received £3,134,627 in 36 payments (over £25k) from Department for Education, Home Office (2015-10-09 to 2026-03-31).
Published by the buyer on this notice. Check the original notice — details change and are not updated here.