CQCV 261 - Independent Regulation 44 Visiting Service
Estimated value
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Awarded value
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Suppliers
1
Lots
1
Published
21 Nov 2025
Description
This is an award notice for the provision of an independent Regulation 44 service for a minimum of 6 Shropshire Council children’s homes that may increase during the period of the contract and therefore the provider will need capacity to support 8 homes. The independent person will visit each home at least once a month, to establish whether a) children are effectively safeguarded; and b) the conduct of the home promotes children’s well-being. A report is required from the independent person for each visit. Recommendations from the visit will support and challenge managers, promoting continuous development and improvements. The total value stated is £49,999 over two years for 8 homes. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=995290572
Scope
- Reference
- CQCV 261
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 01 Jan 2026 to 31 Dec 2026Possible extension to 31 Dec 2027
An optional 12-month extension until 31st December 2027
- CPV classifications
- 85300000
- Contract locations
- West Midlands, United Kingdom
- Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Award criteria
Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | — | price | 30.00% |
| Quality | — | quality | 70.00% |
Submission & procedure
- Procedure
- Below threshold - open competition
Award details
Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.
Awarded value
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Award date
13 Nov 2025
Contract start
01 Jan 2026
Contract end
31 Dec 2026