Intent to Direct Award - Family Group Conferencing (FGC) Service
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The procurement process undertaken by Hartlepool Borough Council involves a direct award for a Family Group Conferencing (FGC) Service. This tender falls under the services industry category and is focused on providing guidance and counselling services. The council, situated in Hartlepool, UK, has chosen Changing Futures North East as the supplier, continuing their involvement from earlier stages of the project.
The procurement process is classified as "below threshold - without competition" and is in the award stage, with the contract period scheduled from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2026. A milestone for the future signature date is set for 27th June 2025. This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in counselling and guidance services, particularly those experienced in public sector engagements.
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) stand to benefit from this tender, especially those looking to establish or expand their footprint within local government projects. By continuing partnerships like these, organisations can foster growth and enhance their service portfolio in cooperation with municipal authorities like Hartlepool Borough Council.
In 2023 HBC was successful in securing grant funding from DfE as part of the Family Network pilot which was used to deliver a Family Group Conference service. The tender was won by Changing Futures North East (CNFE). Funding was extended in 2024 and further confirmation received recently received that DfE funding has been extended for a further 12 months to continue the pilot for a third year.
HBC, given CFNE's participation to date and as the original successful tenderer, has moved to Direct Award. Estimated value of contract to operate from 01 July 2025 to 30th June 2026 is PS58,755.
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