Scope
Description
Leeds City Council is committed to increasing the number and diversity of foster carers to meet the needs of children, families and young people in care. The Council is seeking a provider who will focus on the initial recruitment phase of foster carers and is seeking information from the market to inform its procurement process.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2027
- Possible extension to 30 April 2028
- 2 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79600000 - Recruitment services
Contract locations
- UKE42 - Leeds
Engagement
Engagement deadline
11 March 2026
Engagement process description
We are seeking information from the market regarding foster carer recruitment. The Pre-liminary market engagement will end at 12noon on 11 March 2026. All responses should be submitted via the Jaggaer portal.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Contracting authority
Leeds City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJYG-6658-PPMY
Civic Hall, Calverley Street
Leeds
LS1 1UR
United Kingdom
Email: cpu@leeds.gov.uk
Region: UKE42 - Leeds
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government