Hampshire County Council seeks IFAs for children with disabilities and complex healthcare needs.
Hampshire County Council's Children Services Directorate is commissioning independent fostering agencies (IFAs) to support looked after children. The multi-lot call-off covers standard foster placements including respite, parent and child placements, children with complex/challenging behaviors, children with disabilities/complex healthcare needs, and separated children. Priority is given to placements within Hampshire to maintain education, training, contact, and support networks. The call-off is open for the contract's life, allowing new suppliers to join at any time and existing suppliers to apply for additional lots. Submissions are evaluated within 3 weeks.