Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c41-fab0-71e3-9e05-fd3ac271fdef/independent-fostering-agency-ifa-engagement-event-doncaster-childrens-servi pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Independent Fostering Agency (IFA) Engagement Event - Doncaster Children's Services Trust Limited [Doncaster Children's Services Trust Limited](https://tendernation.io/buyers/doncaster-childrens-services-trust-limited) Estimated value Not stated Published 27 Mar 2019 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Doncaster Children's Services Trust Limited (the Trust) is hosting an event for all Independent Fostering Agencies (IFA's) on Wednesday 1st May 2019 at the Mansion House, 45 High Street, Doncaster, DN1 1BN. Event registration will be 12.30pm for a 1.00pm start. The event will conclude at 4.00 pm. The theme for the event will be "Doncaster Carers for Doncaster Children" ### Background Demand for foster care placements continues to put pressure on existing provision. Both the Trust and providers alike continue to operate within a challenging economic climate. ### Purpose The Trust wishes to meet with existing and new providers of placements for looked after children. The main discussion points and areas for focus during the event include (but are not limited to): • Current challenges faced by the Trust and providers in meeting the needs of children / young people • Table exercises (sharing best practice and identifying improvements) • Recruitment of Foster Carers • Young Advisers • Signs of Safety • Skills to Foster Training • Staying Put Providers are asked to limit delegate numbers to a maximum of two please. We would welcome your participation and if you are able to attend please email or telephone 01302 737158. Please note there is no car parking at the venue. The following car parks are located within walking distance to the venue and a fee is charged accordingly: • Frenchgate Multi-Storey, 19 South Mall, Doncaster DN1 1LL - 0.2 miles 4 minute walk • St James' Car Park, St Sepulchre Gate W, Doncaster DN1 1AQ - 0.5 miles 10 minute walk • Civic Quarter Car Park, Doncaster DN1 3JQ - 0.3 miles 5 minute walk ### Kind Regards ### Tereen Akhtar QA Officer and Interim Placements Manager Read full description ## CPV classification Social work services with accommodation Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/983ebfc1-4407-48a3-91cd-8a9b6d0c7e51) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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