Regional Councils Expand Approved Provider List for Independent Fostering Agencies

Luton, Bedford, Central Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Councils are working collaboratively to re-open and expand the Approved Provider List (APL) for Independent Fostering Agencies to serve all authorities. The APL will support the authorities to deliver suitable foster care placements at the right time, in the right…

Source ID: UK-ocds-b5fd17-ba6999d6-d3dd-48b2-9f22-20d116033aeb

Estimated value

£118 Million

As published by the source; may be updated by the buyer.

Scope overview

Luton, Bedford, Central Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Councils are working collaboratively to re-open and expand the Approved Provider List (APL) for Independent Fostering Agencies to serve all authorities. The APL will support the authorities to deliver suitable foster care placements at the right time, in the right location and with the right support, to improve the overall outcomes for children looked after.

We are seeking independent Foster Care provision in Beds/Herts and surrounding areas eg Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire. Providers must be Ofsted registered as Good or Outstanding and act in accordance with the guidance contained in Working Together to Safeguard Children (2018) and any subsequent guidance.

If you would like to attend the Meet the Buyer Microsoft Teams event on 24th February 2026 from 10.30-11.30am, please email Caroline.sturman@luton.gov.uk and you will be sent an invite. Please note if you are already a member of the APL you do not need to re-apply.

Statusplanned
CategoryNon-Consulting Services
CountryUnited Kingdom
Publish dateFeb 19, 2026
Submission deadline
Estimated value£118 Million
Notice typeplanning
Sourceuk-contracts-finder
BuyerLuton Council
Buyer websitehttps://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/
CityLuton

Buyer & contacts

Contact nameCaroline Sturman
Emailcaroline.sturman@luton.gov.uk
OrganizationLuton Council

Tags & Signals

fostering agenciesapproved provider listcouncil collaborationfoster care placementsOfsted registeredregional serviceschildren in caresafeguarding guidance

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