Independent Fostering Agencies

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        "streetAddress": "Malvern View, Saxon Business Park, Hanbury Road, Stoke Prior"
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        "email": "fostering@polariscommunity.co.uk"
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    "description": "Hampshire County Council\u0027s Children Services Directorate is seeking to commission a range of IFA (independent fostering agencies) to support our looked after children cohort.\nThe new framework will as a minimum include fostering arrangements for;\nStandard Foster Placements including Respite\nParent \u0026 Child Foster Placements\nChildren with Complex/Challenging Behaviours\nChildren with Disabilities/Complex Healthcare Needs\nSeparated Children\nThis list is not exhaustive and the framework will be flexible to capture additional fostering requirements that may emerge.\nThe Framework is being established as a light touch framework using the flexibilities allowed under the Procurement Act 2023. Following the initial award it will then be reopened in January 2026 and remain open for the initial term.\nThe priority of any arrangements will be to secure Hampshire placements for Hampshire children and Young People to support with their education, training, contact, and in order to maintain other existing support networks such as friends and other family members.",
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