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The event will offer an overview of the planned framework, proposed lots, and the anticipated procurement timetable. 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The framework agreement will assist the Council to improve the availability of suitable short breaks at the right time and right location, delivering the right support, ensuring that the Council’s Children in Care:\n•\tReceive the best care possible to meet their needs.\n•\tAre effectively supported to improve their individual outcomes. \n•\tHave their welfare promoted and are effectively safeguarded.\nThe open framework is divided into four (4) Lots:\n•\tLot 1 – Overnight Fostering Short Breaks\n•\tLot 2 – Overnight Residential Short Breaks\n•\tLot 3 – Domiciliary Care\n•\tLot 4 – Short Breaks Support Workers\nThe Council is seeking to put in place an open framework to establish the initial framework and appoint one or more Suppliers to deliver services. This Procurement is intended to set up a list of approved Suppliers. There is no limit to the number of Suppliers who can join the framework. 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