CAF477-24 - Call for Competition for Partners that are interested in delivering a support service for families in family court proceedings - Improving Child and Family Arrangement Service (ICFA)

Cafcass (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service) is calling for competition for partners to deliver a new support service for families involved in family court proceedings in England. The tender, titled "CAF477-24 - Improving Child and Family Arrangement Service (ICFA)," falls under the Health and Social Work Services category. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage with an open procedure, and the tender period concludes on 6 April 2025.

Contract commencement is slated for 1 August 2025, with mobilisation required for full operational status by November 2025. The estimated contract value is £11,000,000, and the contract's duration will end on 31 July 2028. Tender documents will be available to view from the week beginning 24 February, and suppliers must hold NACCC Enhanced accreditation and Cyber Essentials certification at the start of the process.

The tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises), emphasising a focus on providing family support services in private family law proceedings. Businesses specialising in family law services, child welfare, and related social services are particularly well-suited to compete. The procurement process seeks partners capable of delivering sustainable family time arrangements that cater to the child's needs, wishes, and feelings.

This is a promising opportunity for organisations with the necessary accreditations and expertise to expand their service offerings and establish a long-term contractual relationship with Cafcass on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.