Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c77-d800-72f6-9391-f2560486ae48/dynamic-purchasing-system-dps-for-the-provision-of-fostering-placements-and-sp closed GB restricted procedure Suitable for SMEs # Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the Provision of Fostering Placements and Specialist Placements as an Alternative to Residential Care (SPARC) [Bedford Borough Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/bedford-borough-council) Often single bidder Estimated value £1 to £68,000,000 Published 2 Jun 2017 Deadline Closed 10 Jun 2021 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Bedford Borough Council, Central Bedfordshire Council and Luton Borough Council wish to receive applications to join our collaborative Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of Independent Fostering Agency (IFA) placements and Specialist Placements as an Alternative to Residential Care (SPARC). The DPS is split into the two (2) lots as described below; - Lot 1 General Fostering Placements (this will comprise both standard and enhanced placements); and - Lot 2 Specialist Placements as an Alternative to Residential Care (SPARC) We are happy to receive tenders for either lot of the DPS or for both. Please make sure that you have read and understood the requirements set out in the Invitation to Tender documents (including but not limited to the Specification of Services) and respond to the appropriate part(s) of the Tender Questionnaire in line with the instructions contained therein. Both lots include expectations in line with the National Fostering Contract for Independent Fostering Agency Placements 2011. Applications can be submitted via Bedford Borough Council's e-tendering portal (In-Tend) Additional information: Expressions of interest to join the DPS for the Provision of Fostering Placements and Specialist Placements as an Alternative to Residential Care (SPARC) must be submitted via the Bedford Borough Council In-tend electronic procurement portal. [in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford) Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No Read full description ## CPV classification Social work and related services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/951e983e-a131-4208-86ff-cffc1804dd65) 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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