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Consultancy Support for a New ILACS System

Ofsted

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Ofsted

Buyer Address: Piccadilly Gate, Store Street, Manchester, UKD33, M1 2WD, United Kingdom

Contact Email: info-contracts@ofsted.gov.uk

Status
complete
Procedure
direct
Value
24000.0 GBP
Published
28 Nov 2025, 12:35
Deadline
n/a
Contract Start
24 Nov 2025, 00:00
Contract End
30 Jun 2026, 22:59
Category
n/a
CPV
73220000 - Development consultancy services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
Martin Pratt Consulting
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

Ofsted is developing a new system for inspecting local authority children's services (ILACS) and has engaged an expert adviser to support the process. Up to 40 consultancy days will be required.

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Opportunity Context

Lots

Lot 1 Status: complete

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