Independent Scrutineer of Northumberland Children and Adults Safeguarding Partnership (NCASP)
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Northumberland County Council has completed the procurement process for the role of Independent Scrutineer for the Northumberland Children and Adults Safeguarding Partnership (NCASP). This initiative, classified under the CPV categories of administrative and health and social work services, took place primarily in the UKC21 region, focusing on Morpeth, United Kingdom. Initiated through an open competition procurement method below threshold, tenders were invited until 1st August 2025.
"Better Together Safeguarding Services" has been awarded the contract, active from 1st November 2025 to 31st October 2027, with options for renewal up to 2029. This procurement provides valuable growth opportunities for businesses capable of delivering specialised administrative and social work services, particularly those that can independently scrutinise and challenge safeguarding practices. SMEs with expertise in ensuring multi-agency cooperation and inclusion of voices in safeguarding decision-making are well-placed to compete.
With a focus on quality over cost (80% to 20% respectively), this contract is suited for companies prioritising high-quality service in safeguarding roles.
Northumberland County Council would like to commission a provider to undertake the role of Independent Scrutineer of the Northumberland Children and Adults Safeguarding Partnership (NCASP). This is a mandatory role. This provider must be able to provide independent scrutiny and rigorous constructive challenge to support the Statutory Safeguarding Partners and Relevant Agencies to fulfil their responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with needs for care and support.
The role includes providing assurance regarding the effectiveness of local multi-agency arrangements in Northumberland with a particular focus on practice and supporting inclusion of the voice of children and adults in decision making and assurance. The NCASP Executive group, Business groups and subgroups meet at quarterly schedules, and the Independent Scrutineer will be required to provide scrutiny and challenge across the Partnership, hold partners to account, and have an independent view of effectiveness of both children and adults safeguarding arrangements.
Optional extension available.
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The contract period is two years.
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